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 £18 - £60 and takes 5h 37m.

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 15m 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 Park Place and arriving at King Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

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 50m.

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 which takes 3h 50m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m 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 Park Place 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 50m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Cardiff to Maidstone bus arrive?

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

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 15m to drive from Cardiff to Maidstone.

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

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How do I get a bus 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 PaddingtonPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone EastLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
3h 50m
£59–148
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone EastLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
5h 37m
£18–59
Drive 186.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Maidstone186.7 mi
3h 15m
£46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Street814
6h 2m
£23–49

Cardiff to Maidstone by train and subway

135Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Maidstone.

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Distance: 188.3 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to King Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 2m.

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