What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 7h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Cheddar Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Tweentown via London Victoria and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge?

The distance between Maidstone and Cheddar Gorge is 182 miles. The road distance is 165.4 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £70 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge bus from?

Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £70 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge bus arrive?

Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge.

Where can I stay near Cheddar Gorge?

There are 2414+ hotels available in Cheddar Gorge.

Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge by train, bus, car, or plane

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 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to YattonLondon Paddington - Weston-super-Mare / ...
4h 35m
£72–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to InterchangeUk047
7h 11m
£24–57
Drive 164.5 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge164.5 mi
2h 55m
£41–59
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LGW - BRS
5h 41m
£117–293
Train, bus via Bath
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spa
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station174 / ...
5h 46m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to London BlackfriarsRainham / ...
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Bus StationSf3
7h 16m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LHR - BRS
6h 21m
£83–278
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LCY - BRS
6h 9m
£265–507

Maidstone to Cheddar Gorge by bus and foot

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7h 11mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.3 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Cheddar Gorge, England?

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Cheddar Gorge via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, and Yatton in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Cheddar Gorge via London Victoria, Interchange, and Tweentown in around 7h 11m.

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