Colchester to Rochester, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

38.6 miles 62.2 km · straight line
66.2 miles actual route 106.6 km · driving distance
1h 20min estimated drive time
£10 - £12 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
206° SSW bearing direction

How far is Colchester from Rochester, United Kingdom?

The distance from Colchester to Rochester, United Kingdom is 38.6 miles (62.2 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, United Kingdom is located SSW of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 66.2 miles, taking about 1h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Colchester and Rochester, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Colchester to Rochester, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 20min £10 - £12 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 36min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Colchester & Rochester, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m elevation
Rochester, United Kingdom
51.39°N, 0.51°E
Europe/London
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 644.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM