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It takes an average of 3h 54m to travel from Cardiff Central to Rochester by train, over a distance of around 159 miles (256 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Rochester and tickets for this journey start from £56 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:25 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Rochester | |
| Journey time | From 3h 41m | |
| Distance | 159 miles (256 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £56 | |
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Taking the train from Cardiff Central to Rochester in 3 hours 41 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Rochester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 54 minutes to travel the 159 miles (256 km) from Cardiff Central to Rochester by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 41 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Rochester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cardiff Central to Rochester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £56.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Rochester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.