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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Cardiff is to train and bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 7h 20m.

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 7h.

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 35m.

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 which takes 3h 35m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m 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 which takes 3h 35m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 7h.

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

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

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Train
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 35m
£98–172
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus N9
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus
7h 20m
£35–53
Bus
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 / ...
7h
£40–57
Drive 185.1 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Cardiffcar 185.1 mi
3h 15m
£46–66

Maidstone to Cardiff by train and subway

130Weekly Services

3h 35mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.8 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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 35m. 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 7h.

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