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 24m.

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 24m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at King Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

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 22m.

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 which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Maidstone bus from?

Basingstoke to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Maidstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Maidstone bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

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 24m to drive from Basingstoke to Maidstone.

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

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

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Basingstoke to Maidstone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 7 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Maidstone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham JunctionWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone EastLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2h 22m
£32–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Street814
4h 5m
£21–37
Drive 83.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Maidstone83.3 mi
1h 24m
£21–30
Train, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to RedhillReading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Terrace Road7
3h 58m
£32–66

Basingstoke to Maidstone by train

142Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.9 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to King Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 4h 5m.

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