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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Bodiam is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Bodiam is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Bodiam?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone station to Bodiam. However, there are services departing from Chequers Bus Station and arriving at Castle Inn via The Eight Bells. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Bodiam?

The distance between Maidstone and Bodiam is 40 miles. The road distance is 22.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Bodiam without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Maidstone to Bodiam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Bodiam bus from?

Maidstone to Bodiam bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, depart from Chequers Bus Station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Bodiam?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Bodiam is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 5 bus and line 349 bus, which costs and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Maidstone to Bodiam bus arrive?

Maidstone to Bodiam bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, arrive at The Eight Bells station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Bodiam?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Bodiam is 22 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Maidstone to Bodiam.

Where can I stay near Bodiam?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Bodiam.

Maidstone to Bodiam - 4 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, and line 349 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone to Bodiam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Paddock WoodStrood - Paddock Wood / ...
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to RobertsbridgeLondon Charing Cross - Hastings / ...
1h 51m
£33–47
Drive 22.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Bodiam22.1 mi
35 min
£6–8
Line 5 bus, line 349 bus
1. Take the bus from Chequers Bus Station to The Eight Bells5
2. Take the bus from The Eight Bells to Castle Inn349
2h 12m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Bodiam22.1 mi
35 min
£100–120

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 39.6 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone West to Bodiam via Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, and Robertsbridge in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chequers Bus Station to Castle Inn via The Eight Bells in around 2h 12m.

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