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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Rochester is to bus which costs £14 - £17 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Rochester is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sheffield and arriving at Chatham. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Rochester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Rochester?

The distance between Sheffield and Rochester is 197 miles. The road distance is 192.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Sheffield to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Rochester bus from?

Sheffield to Rochester bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Sheffield station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Rochester train from?

Sheffield to Rochester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Rochester?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Rochester is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £17 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Sheffield to Rochester bus arrive?

Sheffield to Rochester bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Chatham station.

Where does the Sheffield to Rochester train arrive?

Sheffield to Rochester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Rochester is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Sheffield to Rochester.

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

Book your Sheffield to Rochester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 1516+ hotels available in Rochester.

Sheffield to Rochester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Sheffield to Rochester by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras IntlSheffield - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to RochesterSt Pancras International - Faversham / ...
3h 1m
£39–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield to ChathamMichalovce
5h 40m
£14–17
Drive 191.8 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Rochester191.8 mi
3h 18m
£47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Rochester
5h 19m
£93–288
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to London VictoriaUk001 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to RochesterLondon Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 42m
£20–53

Sheffield to Rochester by train

213Weekly Trains

3h 1mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.3 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Rochester via London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Sheffield to Chatham 4 times a week. Tickets cost £14–17 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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