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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Drayton to Rochester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from West Drayton to Rochester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:14, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 1h 45m.
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 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 08:14 |
Last train 18:47 |
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: Tfl Rail from West Drayton to Rochester trainsTfl Rail trains will get you between West Drayton and Rochester from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Tfl Rail
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: West Drayton to Rochester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Drayton 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 West Drayton to Rochester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £32, while the average price tends to be around £32.
The train journey from West Drayton to Rochester covers a distance of 69 km and takes approximately 1h 45m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from West Drayton to Rochester is 69 km.
The first train from West Drayton to Rochester leaves at 8:14.
The last train from West Drayton to Rochester departs at 18:47.
Trains from West Drayton to Rochester run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from West Drayton to Rochester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from West Drayton to Rochester.
To travel from West Drayton to Rochester, you can take a .
There is no night train service from West Drayton to Rochester.
The train station in West Drayton that goes to Rochester is West Drayton station (WDT), and it arrives at Rochester station (RTR).
The cheapest way to get from West Drayton to Rochester is by train, costing approximately £32.
Booking trains from West Drayton to Rochester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from West Drayton to Rochester is not particularly known for being scenic, as it mainly passes through suburban areas and industrial landscapes.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from West Drayton to Rochester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in West Drayton and Rochester
West Drayton
Rochester
The major train station for departures in West Drayton is West Drayton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at West Drayton for your trip from West Drayton to Rochester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:10 - 15:30
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step free access to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. There is no step free access to platform 1. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the ticket hall on Station Approach.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Temporary toilet facilities are based at the Warwick Road entrance to the station. These toilets are open from 05:00-21:00 Monday to Sunday
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room is located on Platform 3.
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for West Drayton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E outside station entrance (both directions) Click here for map
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 West Drayton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParking
ATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost 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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