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Slough to Rochford by train

First train

04:22

Last train

22:21

Departure station

Slough

Arrival station

Rochford

Journey time

From 1h 44m

Distance

56 miles (90 km)

Frequency

23 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia

Taking the train from Slough to Rochford in 1 hour 44 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Slough to Rochford? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 57 minutes to travel the 56 miles (90 km) from Slough to Rochford by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or Greater Anglia, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Slough to Rochford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Rochford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Slough to Rochford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Slough to Rochford take?

The average journey time by train between Slough and Rochford is 1 hour and 57 minutes, with around 23 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Slough and Rochford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Slough to Rochford is 1 hour and 44 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Slough to Rochford?

No, there are no direct train services from Slough to Rochford. Travelling from Slough to Rochford by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Slough to Rochford leave?

The first train from Slough to Rochford leaves at 04:22. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Slough to Rochford leave?

The last train from Slough to Rochford leaves at 22:21. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Slough and Rochford by train?

Trains travelling from Slough to Rochford cover a distance of around 56 miles (90 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Rochford to Slough.

Cheap train tickets from Slough to Rochford

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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