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Compare train and coach for Lancaster to Rochester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Rochester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £549. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £549, and a train costs an average of £880.
Distance: 373 km
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4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 101h 15m Average total duration 100h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Metrolink Trains to find the best option for your trip from Lancaster to Rochester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Rochester
Trains from Lancaster to Rochester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £880 but you can travel from only £549 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 67h 49m.
Distance 373 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £880 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 67h 49m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 19:41 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Metrolink Trains from Lancaster to Rochester trainsAvanti West Coast, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Lancaster and Rochester from £549. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lancaster to Rochester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster and Rochester
Most Lancaster to Rochester trains use the Lancaster to Rochester station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancaster and Rochester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lancaster station do trains to Rochester leave from?
Getting to Lancaster from Lancaster city centre
Lancaster is 2 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:
Lancaster train station facilities and services
Lancaster has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lancaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lancaster. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lancaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lancaster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office, 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.
Getting to Rochester from Rochester city centre
Rochester train station facilities and services
Rochester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Rochester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rochester. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rochester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rochester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochester: 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.
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