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Trains from Rochester (RTR) to Bidston (BID)

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19

train journeys
per day

206

miles (331 kms)

4hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

06:18 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Rochester (RTR) to Bidston (BID)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Rochester and Bidston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rochester to Bidston is approximately 206 miles (331 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 20 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Rochester and Bidston.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rochester to Bidston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Rochester to Bidston Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:18
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    11:40
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    13:40
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:05
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    15:40
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    17:40
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:38
    4 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    18:10
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    18:40
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:32
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:38
    4 hrs 42 mins 4 changes
    20:20
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:05
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    20:50
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:38
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    21:50
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:05
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    22:50
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:05
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    23:50
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:32
    10 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    06:40
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:26
    9 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    08:55
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:42
    11 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    10:55
    Rochester
    Bidston
    Rochester to Bidston

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

About Bidston Station

Station name Bidston (BID)
Address Bidston station, Station Approach, Bidston, Merseyside, CH43 7RF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:51 - 00:05
Tuesday 05:51 - 00:05
Wednesday 05:51 - 00:05
Thursday 05:51 - 00:05
Friday 05:51 - 00:05
Saturday 05:51 - 00:05
Sunday 08:01 - 00:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rochester and Bidston

The travel time between Rochester and Bidston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochester and Bidston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rochester & Bidston. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Rochester and Bidston.

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