🚌 Bus from Rainham to Rochester
2 direct routes · about 70 min · first bus 06:46, last bus 06:46 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 659 | Arriva Kent and Surrey | ~70 min | 1 | 06:46 | 06:46 | Tesco (opp) |
| 632 | Arriva Kent and Surrey | ~66 min | 1 | 07:06 | 07:06 | Shopping Centre (adj) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Rainham on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Rainham to Rochester?
2 routes run directly from Rainham to Rochester: the 659 (Arriva Kent and Surrey), the 632 (Arriva Kent and Surrey).
How long does the bus take from Rainham to Rochester?
Around 70 minutes on the 659, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Rainham to Rochester?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 659) leaves around 06:46 and the last around 06:46. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Rainham to Rochester?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.