Going from Gillingham to Rochester by train

About to set off from Gillingham to Rochester by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Gillingham and Rochester: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £6.00, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Gillingham to Rochester train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 04:00.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:18.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 04:04.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:36.

  • 60 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 9 minutes.

Average train travel time from Gillingham to Rochester

The quickest time by train is 7 minutes, travelling a total distance of 3 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Gillingham and Rochester

Tickets for travel between Gillingham and Rochester can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Gillingham to Rochester by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Rochester.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Gillingham to Rochester by train?

The distance between Gillingham and Rochester is 3 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Gillingham to Rochester?

The cheapest fare on this route is £6.00. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Gillingham to Rochester by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 5 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Gillingham to Rochester by train?

The shortest trip is 7 minutes.