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Outbound fromRochester to London by train
It takes an average of 1h 7m to travel from Rochester to London by train, over a distance of around 29 miles (46 km). There are normally 277 trains per day travelling from Rochester to London and tickets for this journey start from £6.80 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Rochester to London in 36 minutes
If you want to travel from Rochester to London by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Rochester to London by train to take around 1 hour and 11 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 230 trains per day running on this route, which spans 29 miles (46 km).
There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to London. You can travel on this route with either Southeastern or Thameslink trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Digital train tickets now available on this route
Did you know you can now buy digital train tickets from Rochester to London? That’s right, no more queuing at the ticket machine or fumbling around for that paper ticket. It can now live in your Trainline app.
Book your train tickets from Rochester to London in advance instead of buying them on the day to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Rochester to London
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Rochester to London is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.