What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Maidstone East via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Maidstone?

The distance between Basingstoke and Maidstone is 86 miles. The road distance is 83.7 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Maidstone without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Maidstone train from?

Basingstoke to Maidstone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Maidstone train arrive?

Basingstoke to Maidstone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Maidstone is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Basingstoke to Maidstone.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Maidstone?

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Where can I stay near Maidstone?

There are 1079+ hotels available in Maidstone.

Basingstoke to Maidstone - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2h 43m
£30–88
Drive 83.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Maidstonecar 83.3 mi
1h 25m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
2h 53m
£41–62

Basingstoke to Maidstone by train

183Weekly Trains

2h 43mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.9 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Maidstone East via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 2h 43m.

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