York to Rochester by train

Travelling from York to Rochester by train

Considering a train trip from York to Rochester? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train travel from York to Rochester

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from York to Rochester:

• Cheapest ticket: £75.21

• Pricing when booking a month in advance:

• Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

York to Rochester train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from York to Rochester is at 04:40 and the last is at 22:21. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 07:01 and the last one is at 21:35. You can expect 50 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 17 minutes.

Average train travel time from York to Rochester

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 57 minutes, travelling a total distance of 306 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between York and Rochester

Tickets for travel between York and Rochester can be booked 4 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from York 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.