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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Basildon is to bus which costs £8 - £14 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Basildon is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Basildon via London Bridge station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Basildon?

The distance between Maidstone and Basildon is 64 miles. The road distance is 37.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Maidstone to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Basildon train from?

Maidstone to Basildon train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Basildon?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Basildon is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Maidstone to Basildon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Basildon is 38 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Maidstone to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1839+ hotels available in Basildon.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 44m
£31–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brenchley Gardens to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 101
2. Take the bus from Chatham to Upminsterbus Michalovce
2h 18m
£8–14
Drive 37.3 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Basildoncar 37.3 mi
43 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Basildontaxi 37.3 mi
43 min
£160–200
Train, line 9 bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to Farringdontrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus 9
4h 28m

Maidstone to Basildon by train and subway

132Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 63.4 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Basildon via London Bridge, London Bridge station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brenchley Gardens to Basildon via Chatham, Upminster, and Upminster in around 2h 18m.

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