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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Cardiff is to bus which costs £17 - £50 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Earl Street and arriving at University RE via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Cardiff Central via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Cardiff?

The distance between Maidstone and Cardiff is 187 miles. The road distance is 186.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Cardiff without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £55 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Maidstone to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Cardiff bus from?

Maidstone to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Maidstone to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £55 - £180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £230 - £750 and takes 7h 14m, you could also bus, which costs £17 - £50 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Maidstone to Cardiff bus arrive?

Maidstone to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Maidstone to Cardiff train arrive?

Maidstone to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Cardiff is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Maidstone to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Maidstone to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Maidstone to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing CrossMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 44m
£58–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University RE507 / ...
7h 8m
£18–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Queensway Q1Uk042 / ...
5h 5m
£21–85
Drive 185.1 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Cardiff185.1 mi
3h 13m
£46–66
Fly
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
7h 14m
£230–723
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 59m
£58–188

Maidstone to Cardiff by train and subway

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3h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.8 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Cardiff Central via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, British Airways, Aer Lingus, and three other airlines fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 3 times a day.

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