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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Headcorn is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Headcorn is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Headcorn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sheal's Crescent and arriving at George and Dragon. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Headcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Headcorn. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Headcorn via Paddock Wood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Maidstone to Headcorn?

The distance between Maidstone and Headcorn is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Headcorn without a car is to bus which takes 28 min and costs £2 - £4.

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

The bus from Sheal's Crescent to George and Dragon takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Headcorn bus from?

Maidstone to Headcorn bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, depart from Sheal's Crescent station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Headcorn train from?

Maidstone to Headcorn train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone West station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Headcorn?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Headcorn is to bus which takes 28 min and costs £2 - £4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £17 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Maidstone to Headcorn bus arrive?

Maidstone to Headcorn bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, arrive at George and Dragon station.

Where does the Maidstone to Headcorn train arrive?

Maidstone to Headcorn train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Paddock Wood station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Headcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Headcorn is 10 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Maidstone to Headcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Headcorn?

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Maidstone to Headcorn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sheal's Crescent to George and Dragon12
28 min
£2–4
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Paddock WoodStrood - Paddock Wood / ...
2. Take the train from Paddock Wood to HeadcornLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
57 min
£12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Headcorn10.1 mi
18 min
£45–60
Drive 10.1 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Headcorn10.1 mi
18 min
£3–4

Maidstone to Headcorn by bus

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Distance: 8.6 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Headcorn, England?

Arriva Kent & Surrey operates a bus from Sheal's Crescent to George and Dragon hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 28 min. Nu-Venture also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maidstone West to Headcorn via Paddock Wood in around 57 min.

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