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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Bournemouth Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Bournemouth via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Bournemouth?

The distance between Maidstone and Bournemouth is 146 miles. The road distance is 131.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Maidstone to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Maidstone to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Bournemouth is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Maidstone to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Maidstone to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Waterloo EastMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Poole / ...
3h 19m
£30–101
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
4h 18m
£24–73
Drive 131 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Bournemouth131 mi
2h 18m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
4h 42m
£25–57

Maidstone to Bournemouth by train and foot

93Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.3 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Bournemouth via London Waterloo East and London Waterloo in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Bournemouth Station via London Victoria in around 4h 42m.

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