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Rochester to Whitstable Train Timetable
Trip Summary
There are usually 21 daily train trips available from Rochester to Whitstable. Traveling by train from Rochester to Whitstable usually takes 51 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern train can make the trip in 38 minutes.
| Distance | 22 mi (36 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 38m |
| Lowest price | £16.00 |
| Trains per day | 23 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rochester to Whitstable?
2 train services operate from Rochester to Whitstable. Southeastern usually has more trains scheduled, with 14 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 14 | 0h 44m | £16.13 |
| Thameslink | 7 | 1h 5m | £16.80 |
Southeastern is a rail franchise that operates passenger train services between central London and southeast England. The company's fleet of over 300 trains stops at 180 stations across London, Kent, and East Sussex, and standard and first-class fares are available. First-class passengers enjoy dedicated areas, larger seats, more legroom, and a quieter travel experience. Onboard restrooms are available for all passengers.
Thameslink services run 24 hours a day with trains usually every 20-30 minutes, and coverage between Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire, and London. Thameslink has separate first-class cars, and standard-class seating may be standing room only during peak hours.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Rochester to Whitstable
Trains departing from Rochester to Whitstable tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Rochester at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 21 scheduled trains on most days. 23 of these are direct connections to Whitstable. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Whitstable to Rochester.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rochester?
Main departure station: 86 Corporation Street
There are two stations in Rochester where you can board the train to Whitstable.
All train stations in Rochester:
86 Corporation Street
Strood Station
Where is the train station in Whitstable?
Main arrival station: Whitstable Train Station
Whitstable receives travelers from Rochester at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Whitstable:
Whitstable Train Station
Chestfield & Swalecliffe Station
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