London to Rochester train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Rochester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 10

Cheapest price on Oct 10

€6

Average ticket price on Oct 10

€14

Fastest journey on Oct 10

37 m

Average journey duration on Oct 10

37 m

Trains on Oct 10

36

Distance

46 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Rochester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Rochester will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.

Fast trains

On Sat, Oct 10, we found 36 trains from London to Rochester, including 34 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 10 the direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .

On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest trains will take 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • ThameslinkC18309
    12:48 PM1h13
    London Bridge (LBG)
    2:01 PMRochester station (RTR)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkC18317
    12:18 PM1h13
    London Bridge (LBG)
    1:31 PMRochester station (RTR)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkW27680
    8:18 PM1h13
    London Bridge (LBG)
    9:31 PMRochester station (RTR)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkC18334
    8:48 AM1h13
    London Bridge (LBG)
    10:01 AMRochester station (RTR)
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkC18310
    8:18 AM1h13
    London Bridge (LBG)
    9:31 AMRochester station (RTR)
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Rochester

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Trains from London to Rochester run on average 11 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
46 km
Average train duration
52m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
10
Fastest train
35m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

London to Rochester train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Rochester trains for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SoutheasternP85312
On time
6:20 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h37
6:57 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86238
On time
6:40 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h38
7:18 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP87907
On time
6:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
7:44 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10049
On time
6:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
8:01 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86241
On time
7:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h40
7:50 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP87922
On time
7:12 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h01
8:13 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10100
On time
7:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h14
8:32 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85103
On time
7:20 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h37
7:57 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86244
On time
7:40 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h42
8:22 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP87925
On time
7:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h01
8:43 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10102
On time
7:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
9:01 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85319
On time
7:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h42
8:37 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86247
On time
8:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h42
8:52 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP87938
On time
8:12 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
9:14 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10097
On time
8:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
9:31 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85107
On time
8:20 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h37
8:57 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86251
On time
8:40 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h41
9:21 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP87942
On time
8:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h01
9:43 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10033
On time
8:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
10:01 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85322
On time
8:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h40
9:35 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86254
On time
9:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h43
9:53 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10019
On time
9:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
10:31 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85113
On time
9:20 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h37
9:57 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86258
On time
9:40 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h39
10:19 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP87954
On time
9:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h58
10:40 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10054
On time
9:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
11:01 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85328
On time
9:50 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h37
10:27 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86262
On time
10:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h43
10:53 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10039
On time
10:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
11:31 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85121
On time
10:20 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h37
10:57 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86267
On time
10:40 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h39
11:19 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP87958
On time
10:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h58
11:40 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10043
On time
10:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
12:01 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85333
On time
10:50 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h37
11:27 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86271
On time
11:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h43
11:53 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10016
On time
11:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
12:31 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85127
On time
11:20 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h37
11:57 AM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86276
On time
11:40 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h39
12:19 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86100
On time
6:01 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h09
7:10 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86325
On time
6:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h39
6:49 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88078
On time
6:12 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
7:14 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88649
On time
6:12 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h16
7:28 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85397
On time
6:16 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h37
6:53 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10060
On time
6:18 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
7:31 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85170
On time
6:25 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h41
7:06 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86328
On time
6:40 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h42
7:22 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88081
On time
6:42 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h58
7:40 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85398
On time
6:46 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h40
7:26 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10058
On time
6:48 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
8:01 PM Rochester station (RTR)		0 transfersDirect
Saturday, October 10
SoutheasternP87381+ThameslinkW280305:09 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h22
6:31 AM Rochester station (RTR)1 transfer
SoutheasternP878945:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h58
6:40 AM Rochester station (RTR)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC183525:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
7:01 AM Rochester station (RTR)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC183086:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
7:31 AM Rochester station (RTR)0 transfersDirect

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London to Rochester.
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Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from London to Rochester trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between London and Rochester from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
35m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
€10
Southeastern frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
Learn more about Southeastern

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
53m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
€6
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Learn more about Thameslink

FAQs: Trains from London to Rochester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Rochester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rochester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Rochester can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Rochester is €19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to Rochester is 35m to travel the 46 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London to Rochester leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Rochester leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 10 direct trains a day from London to Rochester with Southeastern, Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Rochester, you can count on Southeastern, Thameslink for the best way to get you to Rochester. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Rochester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Rochester from London is worth doing with a journey time of 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Rochester including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Rochester

Most London to Rochester trains use the London Victoria to Rochester station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Rochester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Rochester

Which London station do trains to Rochester leave from?

Trains from London to Rochester leave from London Victoria. The station is 2 km from London city centre at London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU.
London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · €2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · €2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · €2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · €2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · €4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · €1 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · €2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about London Victoria
London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre

Bus91, N91 · 23m · €11 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · €2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · €2 · every ~91 min

London St Pancras International train station facilities and services

London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.

More about London St Pancras International
London BridgeLondon Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX+44 345 711 4141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Bridge from London city centre

London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Charing Cross - Hayes, London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks, London Charing Cross - Gravesend, London Charing Cross - Dartford, London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells, London Charing Cross - Ramsgate, London Charing Cross - Maidstone East, London Charing Cross - Hastings, London Charing Cross - Dover Priory, London Charing Cross - Ashford International, London Charing Cross - Chislehurst, London Charing Cross - Sidcup, London Charing Cross - Minster, London Charing Cross - Folkestone Central, London Charing Cross - Headcorn, London Charing Cross - Orpington, London Charing Cross - Gillingham, London Charing Cross - London Cannon Street, London Charing Cross - Bromley South, London Charing Cross - Canterbury West, London Charing Cross - Tonbridge, London Charing Cross - Slade Green, London Charing Cross - Lewisham · 12m · €1 · every ~36 min
London Victoria - London Bridge · 58m · €11 · every ~4 min
BusN381, 381 · 12m · €2 · every ~24 min
N21 · 14m · €4 · every ~2 min
SubwayJubilee · 5m · €2 · every ~71 min

London Bridge train station facilities and services

London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about London Bridge

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