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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chesterfield to Rochester
Showing times and prices for 04 Dec
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
245 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chesterfield to Rochester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chesterfield to Rochester will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Chesterfield for Rochester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:133h14
Chesterfield13:27Rochester
£601One-way
0 changes
10:133h14
Chesterfield13:27Rochester
£601One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chesterfield to Rochester
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Trains from Chesterfield to Rochester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 3h 14m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 21:32 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Chesterfield to Rochester trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Chesterfield and Rochester from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest Price
£52
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Chesterfield to Rochester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield to Rochester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rochester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Chesterfield to Rochester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £56.
To fully enjoy Rochester's attractions, spending two to three days is recommended. This allows time to explore the city's cultural sites, such as the George Eastman Museum and the Strong National Museum of Play, as well as enjoy the beautiful parks and local dining scene.
Booking trains from Chesterfield to Rochester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Rochester is by train, costing approximately £52.
The train distance from Chesterfield to Rochester is 245 km.
To travel from Chesterfield to Rochester, you can take a train.
The train journey from Chesterfield to Rochester covers a distance of 245 km and takes approximately 3h 14m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Chesterfield that goes to Rochester is Chesterfield station (CHD), and it arrives at Rochester station (RTR).
The last train from Chesterfield to Rochester departs at 21:32.
The first train from Chesterfield to Rochester leaves at 4:44.
There is no night train service from Chesterfield to Rochester.
Trains from Chesterfield to Rochester run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Chesterfield to Rochester.
Yes, you can take the train from Chesterfield to Rochester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Chesterfield to Rochester.
The train journey from Chesterfield to Rochester offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, featuring picturesque views of the English countryside, charming towns, and historical sites along the route.
A day trip from Chesterfield to Rochester is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 14m. Trains run 3 times per day.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chesterfield and Rochester
Chesterfield
Rochester
The major train station for departures in Chesterfield is Chesterfield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chesterfield for your trip from Chesterfield to Rochester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:30 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access. There is a subway and lift to platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms, also at the foot and top of each stairwell.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station front, platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Chesterfield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Rochester is Rochester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rochester for your journey to Rochester from Chesterfield.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:45 - 13:25 Sunday Closed Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to booking hall from front of station. Step free access via lift in the subway to platform 1 for services towards London. Step free access to platform 2/3 for services away from London via lift from the subway. Stepped access to all platforms via staircases from subway.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall in subway
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Rochester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Gillingham: Bus stop on the station side of Corporation Street. Towards Strood: Bus stop on the opposite side of Corporation Street.
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