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 £16 - £60 and takes 5h 29m.

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 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 Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Maidstone?

The distance between Cardiff and Maidstone is 189 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 via London which takes 3h 48m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Cardiff to Maidstone, including transfers.

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.

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?

There are 1076+ hotels available in Maidstone.

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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
3h 48m
£57–136
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
5h 29m
£17–60
Drive 186.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Maidstonecar 186.7 mi
3h 17m
£46–66
Train
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 53m
£58–135

Cardiff to Maidstone by train and subway

183Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.3 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 48m.

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