What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to Tonbridge?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Tonbridge is to line 101 bus and line 7 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to Tonbridge?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Tonbridge is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Tonbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Tonbridge. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Castle via Royal Star Arcade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Tonbridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Strood and arriving at Tonbridge. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Rochester to Tonbridge?

The distance between Rochester and Tonbridge is 26 miles. The road distance is 20.6 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to Tonbridge without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to Tonbridge without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £14 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to Tonbridge?

The train from Strood to Tonbridge takes 54 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Tonbridge bus from?

Rochester to Tonbridge bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Chatham station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Tonbridge train from?

Rochester to Tonbridge train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Tonbridge?

The best way to get from Rochester to Tonbridge is to train which takes 54 min and costs £14 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and line 7 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Rochester to Tonbridge bus arrive?

Rochester to Tonbridge bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at St Faith's Street station.

Where does the Rochester to Tonbridge train arrive?

Rochester to Tonbridge train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Tonbridge station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Tonbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Tonbridge is 21 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Rochester to Tonbridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Rochester to Tonbridge?

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Where can I stay near Tonbridge?

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Rochester to Tonbridge - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Rochester to Tonbridge by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strood to Tonbridgetrain Strood - Tonbridge / ...
54 min
£14–21
Drive 20.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Tonbridgecar 20.5 mi
33 min
£5–8
Line 101 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Chatham station to St Faith's Streetbus 101
2. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Castlebus 7
1h 29m
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester to Tonbridgetaxi 20.5 mi
33 min
£65–85
Train via Paddock Wood
1. Take the train from Strood to Paddock Woodtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
1h 10m
£18–21
Train, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
2. Take the bus from Maidstone West station to Castlebus 7
1h 29m
£8–12

Rochester to Tonbridge by train

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Distance: 26.2 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Rochester, England and Tonbridge, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Strood to Tonbridge every 4 hours. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chatham station to Castle via St Faith's Street and Royal Star Arcade in around 1h 29m.

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