What is the cheapest way to get from Kent to Ludlow?

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Ludlow is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kent to Ludlow?

The fastest way to get from Kent to Ludlow is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Ludlow via Ashford International, London Euston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Kent to Ludlow?

The distance between Kent and Ludlow is 285 miles. The road distance is 196.8 miles.

How do I travel from Kent to Ludlow without a car?

The best way to get from Kent to Ludlow without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £280.

How long does it take to get from Kent to Ludlow?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Kent to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Ludlow train from?

Kent to Ludlow train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Ludlow?

The best way to get from Kent to Ludlow is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Kent to Ludlow train arrive?

Kent to Ludlow train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Ludlow is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Kent to Ludlow.

How do I get a train ticket from Kent to Ludlow?

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

There are 719+ hotels available in Ludlow.

Kent to Ludlow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kent to Ludlow by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Euston to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Ludlow
4h 36m
£61–274
Drive 195.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to Ludlow195.7 mi
3h 58m
£48–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Bar292
8h 23m
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Great MalvernLondon Paddington - Great Malvern / ...
7h 4m
£59–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatham to BirminghamMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Bar292
9h 35m

Kent to Ludlow by train and foot

142Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283.4 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Ludlow, England?

You can take a train from Lenham to Ludlow via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Crewe in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Ludlow Fish Bar via Earl Street, Chatham, Birmingham, Birmingham New Street, Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove station, and Kidderminster Bus Station in around 9h 35m.

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