Margate to Rochester by train

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Overview: trains from Margate to Rochester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Margate to Rochester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:35 View journey
Last train 23:05 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 53m View journey
Distance (km) 60
Trains / day 54 View all
Cheapest journey €35.59 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 3m
Train operators 1

Margate to Rochester by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Margate to Rochester? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 60 kilometres.

Cost of train travel from Margate to Rochester

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

  • Cheapest ticket: €35.59

  • 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.

Train timetable for travel between Margate and Rochester

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Margate to Rochester by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 04:35

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 22:04

  • First daily departure (weekend): 06:04

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:05

  • Average number of daily trains: 54 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 21 minutes

Travel time and distance between Margate and Rochester

The route’s fastest journey takes 53 minutes, covering a total of 60 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Margate and Rochester

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

Making the most of your Margate to Rochester travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Rochester.

FAQs about the train journey from Margate to Rochester

Want to know more about your journey from Margate to Rochester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Margate to Rochester is 60 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.