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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Maidstone is to bus and train which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Maidstone is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at King Street via Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Maidstone East via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Maidstone?

The distance between Cardiff and Maidstone is 187 miles. The road distance is 187.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Cardiff to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Maidstone bus from?

Cardiff to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Maidstone train from?

Cardiff to Maidstone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Maidstone is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Maidstone bus arrive?

Cardiff to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium station.

Where does the Cardiff to Maidstone train arrive?

Cardiff to Maidstone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Maidstone is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Cardiff to Maidstone.

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

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Where can I stay near Maidstone?

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Cardiff to Maidstone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
3h 46m
£84–166
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
5h 27m
£33–64
Drive 186.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Maidstonecar 186.7 mi
3h 17m
£47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Tottenham Hotspur Stadiumbus N04
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to King Streetbus N22
6h 10m
£38–93

Cardiff to Maidstone by train and subway

131Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Maidstone.

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Distance: 185.8 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Maidstone, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Maidstone East via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to King Street via Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in around 6h 10m.

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