What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Charing Cross is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Charing Cross is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Charing Cross via New Cross Gate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maidstone East and arriving at London Charing Cross. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Charing Cross?

The distance between Maidstone and Charing Cross is 39 miles. The road distance is 37.2 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Charing Cross without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £11 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to Charing Cross?

The train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Charing Cross bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Charing Cross train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Charing Cross is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £11 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £65 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Maidstone to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Maidstone to Charing Cross bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at New Cross Gate Station.

Where does the Maidstone to Charing Cross train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Charing Cross is 37 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Maidstone to Charing Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Maidstone to Charing Cross?

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 20277+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

Can I share a ride from Maidstone to Charing Cross?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Maidstone and Charing Cross. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Maidstone to Charing Cross - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone to Charing Cross by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing CrossMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
1h 4m
£11–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Maidstone to London37.1 mi
1h 12m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to New Cross Gate Station814
2. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Charing CrossN89 / ...
1h 46m
£17–61
Drive 37 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Charing Cross37 mi
56 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Charing Cross37 mi
56 min
£160–200

Maidstone to Charing Cross by train

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Distance: 38.4 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross hourly. Tickets cost £11–40 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Charing Cross via New Cross Gate Station in around 1h 46m.

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