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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Lewes is to line 7 bus and line 29 bus which costs £8 - £13 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Lewes is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Bower Place and arriving at School Hill Top via Royal Victoria Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Lewes via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Lewes?

The distance between Maidstone and Lewes is 90 miles. The road distance is 41.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £23 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Maidstone to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Lewes bus from?

Maidstone to Lewes bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, depart from Bower Place station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Lewes train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Lewes?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Lewes is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £23 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus and line 29 bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Maidstone to Lewes bus arrive?

Maidstone to Lewes bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, arrive at Royal Victoria Place station.

Where does the Maidstone to Lewes train arrive?

Maidstone to Lewes train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Lewes is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Maidstone to Lewes.

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

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

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Maidstone to Lewes - 4 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, and line 29 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to LewesLondon Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2h 33m
£24–108
Line 7 bus, line 29 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bower Place to Royal Victoria Place7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to School Hill Top29 / ...
3h 7m
£9–12
Drive 41.4 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Lewes41.4 mi
1h 2m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Lewes41.4 mi
1h 2m
£180–220

Maidstone to Lewes by train

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 89.4 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Lewes via London Victoria in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bower Place to School Hill Top via Royal Victoria Place in around 3h 7m.

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