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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Hartley is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Hartley is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Hartley?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Hartley. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Longfield via Swanley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Hartley?

The distance between Maidstone and Hartley is 19 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Hartley without a car is to line 101 bus and train which takes 1h 11m and costs £11 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Maidstone to Hartley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Hartley train from?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Hartley train arrive?

Maidstone to Hartley train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Swanley station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Hartley?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Hartley is 18 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Maidstone to Hartley.

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

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Where can I stay near Hartley?

There are 2196+ hotels available in Hartley.

Maidstone to Hartley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, taxi, and car

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

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

Line 101 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Maidstone East station to Chatham station101
2. Take the train from Chatham to LongfieldRamsgate - London Victoria / ...
1h 11m
£12–22
Drive 17.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Hartley17.7 mi
24 min
£5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to SwanleyAshford International - London Victoria / ...
1h 46m
£12–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Hartley17.7 mi
24 min
£80–100

Maidstone to Hartley by bus and train

162Weekly Services

1h 11mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 19.1 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Hartley, Kent, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Maidstone East to Swanley hourly. Tickets cost £6–16 and the journey takes 37 min.

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