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Canterbury to Rochester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Canterbury to Rochester, starting from OMR 9.770 and averaging OMR 9.770. The entire journey takes no more than 46 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
18:17 49 minutes, Direct Canterbury East	19:06 Rochester	Find Tickets
18:47 51 minutes, Direct Canterbury East	19:38 Rochester	Find Tickets
19:19 46 minutes, Changes required Canterbury East	20:05 Rochester	Find Tickets
19:47 51 minutes, Direct Canterbury East	20:38 Rochester	Find Tickets
20:47 51 minutes, Direct Canterbury East	21:38 Rochester	Find Tickets
21:47 51 minutes, Direct Canterbury East	22:38 Paris	Find Tickets

Canterbury to Rochester Train Route Details

First train

05:16

Last train

23:19

Departure station

Canterbury

Arrival station

Rochester

Journey time

46 minutes

Distance

41 km

Price

OMR 9.770*

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Canterbury to Rochester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Canterbury to Rochester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Canterbury to Rochester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Canterbury to Rochester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Canterbury to Rochester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Canterbury to Rochester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Canterbury to Rochester from OMR 9.770

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Canterbury to Rochester Train prices and times

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