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Trains from London Waterloo to Rochester (RTR)

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100

train journeys
per day

28

miles (45 kms)

1hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

23:58 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

9

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Rochester (RTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 100 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Rochester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 100 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Rochester is approximately 28 miles (45 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 20 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Rochester.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Rochester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Rochester Today

  • Sun 12th May
    23:58
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    01:36
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    00:03
    1 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    01:36
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    04:34
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    06:32
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    05:00
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    06:40
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    05:10
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    06:40
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    05:39
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    06:56
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:03
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    07:21
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:05
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    07:41
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:10
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    07:41
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:33
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    07:53
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:35
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:10
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:39
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    07:57
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:40
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:10
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    07:08
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    08:23
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    07:12
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    08:29
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    07:29
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    07:38
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    08:52
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    07:44
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    08:58
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    08:00
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester
  • Mon 13th May
    08:08
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:21
    London Waterloo
    Rochester
    London Waterloo to Rochester

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Rochester Station

Station name Rochester (RTR)
Address Rochester station, 86 Corporation Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:45 - 13:25
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo and Rochester

The travel time between London Waterloo and Rochester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Rochester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 100 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 23:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo and Rochester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Waterloo & Rochester. owever, there are 100 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Rochester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo and Rochester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.