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 £25 - £65 and takes 5h 15m.

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 19m 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 Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

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 20m.

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 20m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m 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 20m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Maidstone to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Maidstone to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate 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 19m to drive from Maidstone to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Maidstone to 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 Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 20m
£58–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estatebus B23
2. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Bournemouth Stationbus B10
5h 15m
£25–61
Drive 131 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Bournemouthcar 131 mi
2h 19m
£33–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 39m
£29–57

Maidstone to Bournemouth by train and foot

130Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.4 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Bournemouth Station via Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate in around 5h 15m.

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