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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at The Malls via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Basingstoke via London Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Basingstoke?

The distance between Maidstone and Basingstoke is 86 miles. The road distance is 81.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Maidstone to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Basingstoke bus from?

Maidstone to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Basingstoke train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Basingstoke is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Maidstone to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Maidstone to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Maidstone to Basingstoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Basingstoke is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Maidstone to Basingstoke.

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

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Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

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Maidstone to Basingstoke - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 7 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone to Basingstoke 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
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to BasingstokeLondon Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
2h 9m
£33–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Malls035 / ...
3h 50m
£21–36
Drive 81.4 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Basingstoke81.4 mi
1h 22m
£21–30
Line 7 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bower Place to Quarry Hill Parade7
2. Take the train from Redhill to ReadingGatwick Airport - Reading / ...
4h 9m
£31–68

Maidstone to Basingstoke by train

145Weekly Trains

2h 9mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.9 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Basingstoke via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to The Malls via London Victoria in around 3h 50m.

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