Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

37m

Cheapest Price

£5

Southeastern frequency

7 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies vary by ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free

Quiet zone

Family area

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Thameslink

About

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 13m

Cheapest Price

£6

Thameslink frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies depend on ticket type

Refund

Full refund available if service is canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating

Pets

Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

Family area

Learn more about Thameslink

station information and facilities

Train stations in Rochester

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Rochester station, 86 Corporation Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1NH

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

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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