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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Maidstone is to line 510 bus which costs £3 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Maidstone is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at King Street. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lenham and arriving at Maidstone East. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Kent to Maidstone?

The distance between Kent and Maidstone is 9 miles. The road distance is 10 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

The train from Lenham to Maidstone East takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kent to Maidstone bus from?

Kent to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Dickley Wood station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Maidstone train from?

Kent to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Lenham station.

Train or bus from Kent to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Kent to Maidstone is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 510 bus, which costs £3 and takes 29 min.

Where does the Kent to Maidstone bus arrive?

Kent to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at King Street station.

Where does the Kent to Maidstone train arrive?

Kent to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Maidstone East station.

Can I drive from Kent to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Maidstone is 10 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Kent to Maidstone.

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

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Where can I stay near Maidstone?

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Kent to Maidstone

Rome2Rio compared 4 ways to get from Kent to Maidstone. The best route is Train, a distance of 13.657 km.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lenham to Maidstone Easttrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
16 min
£5–10
Line 510 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dickley Wood to King Streetbus 510
29 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kent to Maidstonetaxi 9.9 mi
17 min
£45–60
Drive 9.9 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Maidstonecar 9.9 mi
17 min
£3–4

Kent to Maidstone by train

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16 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 9.1 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Lenham to Maidstone East hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Dickley Wood to King Street hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 29 min.

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