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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Maidstone is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Maidstone is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at King Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Maidstone East via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Maidstone?

The distance between Bournemouth and Maidstone is 146 miles. The road distance is 133.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Bournemouth to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Maidstone bus from?

Bournemouth to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Maidstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Maidstone is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Maidstone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Maidstone train arrive?

Bournemouth to Maidstone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Maidstone is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Bournemouth to Maidstone.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 31m
£59–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Streetbus 814
5h 40m
£17–37
Drive 132.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Maidstonecar 132.3 mi
2h 21m
£33–48
Train, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Portsladetrain
3. Take the bus from Churchill Square to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Terrace Roadbus 7 / ...
6h 37m
£46–79

Bournemouth to Maidstone by train and foot

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.3 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Maidstone East via London Waterloo and London Waterloo East in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to King Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 5h 40m.

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