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

The cheapest way to get from London to Maidstone is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Maidstone is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between London and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at King Street. Services depart four times a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between London and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Victoria and arriving at Maidstone East. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from London to Maidstone?

The distance between London and Maidstone is 40 miles. The road distance is 38 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £11 - £35.

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

The train from London Victoria to Maidstone East takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the London to Maidstone bus from?

London to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Maidstone train from?

London to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from London to Maidstone?

The best way to get from London to Maidstone is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £11 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the London to Maidstone bus arrive?

London to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at King Street station.

Where does the London to Maidstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Maidstone is 38 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from London to Maidstone.

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

Book your London to Maidstone train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Maidstone?

There are 1076+ hotels available in Maidstone.

Can I share a ride from London to Maidstone?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London and Maidstone. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London to Maidstone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from London to Maidstone by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone EastLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
1h 5m
£11–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Maidstone37.6 mi
1h 14m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Street814
1h 20m
£15–22
Drive 37.8 mi
1. Drive from London to Maidstone37.8 mi
57 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London to Maidstone37.8 mi
57 min
£160–200

London to Maidstone by train

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1h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 39.6 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

Southeastern operates a train from London Victoria to Maidstone East hourly. Tickets cost £11–35 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to King Street 4 times a week. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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