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Guildhall Museum
Museum in Eastgate House exploring Charles Dickens, Swiss chalet links and the Medway towns’ literary heritage.
Take a train from Queenborough to Strood and enjoy the approximately 18 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 16:54, the last at 21:54.
Distance 18 km |
First train 16:54 |
Last train 21:54 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Discover the best of Strood — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Strood trip today.
Museum in Eastgate House exploring Charles Dickens, Swiss chalet links and the Medway towns’ literary heritage.
Historic house museum with period rooms and Charles Dickens connections, offering a vivid look at Rochester’s past.
Restored warship in Chatham Historic Dockyard. Explore naval life aboard a Cold War submarine and see compact interiors.
Characterful historic high street with independent shops, heritage buildings and easy walks between the cathedral and castle.
Large country park with riverside paths, lakes, woodland and family walking routes close to Strood town centre.
Waterside marina area with modern promenades and broad views of the Medway. Pleasant for relaxed walking near Strood.
Kentish Huffkin is a traditional local bread roll from Kent, often split and filled or eaten with jam. It is a long-standing county speciality.
Gypsy Tart is a classic Kent dessert made with evaporated milk and dark sugar in pastry. It is especially associated with school dinners in the county.
Kentish Cobnut is a local nut grown in Kent orchards. It is prized for its sweet flavour and is strongly linked to the county’s rural food heritage.
Established Mediterranean and Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and hearty mains in a friendly, informal atmosphere.
Popular Indian restaurant in Strood known for reliable curries, grilled dishes and a relaxed modern setting suitable for casual dinners.
Smart local steakhouse and grill in Strood, known for steaks, burgers and generous portions in a comfortable contemporary dining room.
Strood is moderate by south-east England standards, with mid-priced dining and rail fares, while accommodation nearby is often cheaper than central London.
Service may be included; if not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is typical for good service. Round up for taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Queenborough to Strood 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 Strood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Queenborough to Strood trains use the Queenborough to Strood station pair. Use this guide to compare Queenborough and Strood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Queenborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Queenborough.
Ticket office support is available at Queenborough. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Queenborough: Parking.
Available at Queenborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Queenborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 2 for services towards Sheerness via main entrance. Step free access to Platform 1 for services towards Sittingbourne via side entrance off Main Road. Step free interchange via road and ramps in excess of 200 metres. Stepped access via station footbridge between platforms, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket machine is adjacent to the side entrance to platform 2, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Strood has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Strood.
ATMs are available at Strood.
Ticket office support is available at Strood. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Strood: Parking, WC.
Available at Strood: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Strood: 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 direct to platform 1 from the side entrance for services away from London towards Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham. Step free access via lift to platforms 2 and 3 for services to London and also onto the Medway Valley line stations. Stepped access to platforms 2 and 3 via the station subway. Step free interchange between platforms via the lift, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 02:00 Saturday 05:00 - 02:00 Sunday 05:45 - 02:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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