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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Looe is to bus which costs £27 - £80 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Looe is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Looe station. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Fire Station via London Victoria and Pilgrim Primary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Looe?

The distance between Maidstone and Looe is 293 miles. The road distance is 265.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Looe without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £85 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Maidstone to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Looe bus from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Looe?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Looe is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £85 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £80 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Maidstone to Looe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Looe is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Maidstone to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2080+ hotels available in Looe.

Maidstone to Looe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone to Looe 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 LiskeardLondon Paddington - Penzance / ...
6h 44m
£85–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Plymouth Coach Station504 / ...
9h 14m
£28–79
Drive 263.7 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Looe263.7 mi
4h 33m
£66–95
Train, 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 Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeard
9h 5m
£141–440

Maidstone to Looe by train, subway, and bus

65Weekly Services

6h 44mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Bridge via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Fire Station via London Victoria, Plymouth Coach Station, and Pilgrim Primary in around 9h 14m.

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