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 £30 - £90 and takes 6h 59m.

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 15m 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 6h 59m.

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 40m.

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 40m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m 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 or bus from Maidstone to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 6h 59m.

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 15m to drive from Maidstone to Cardiff.

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

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Maidstone to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 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 Crosstrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 40m
£87–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
6h 59m
£34–87
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
5h 29m
£35–67
Drive 185.1 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Cardiffcar 185.1 mi
3h 15m
£46–66
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 38m
£78–235
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 52m
£88–184
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
8h 55m
£327–602

Maidstone to Cardiff by train and subway

130Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Maidstone to Cardiff.

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Distance: 185.8 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Earl Street to University RE via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 59m.

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