What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to New Forest is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to New Forest is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to New Forest station. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Police Station via London Victoria and Fleming Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Maidstone to New Forest?

The distance between Maidstone and New Forest is 133 miles. The road distance is 112.9 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to New Forest without a car is to train and bus via London which takes 3h 50m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to New Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Maidstone to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to New Forest bus from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to New Forest?

The best way to get from Maidstone to New Forest is to bus which takes 5h 34m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Maidstone to New Forest bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to New Forest is 113 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Maidstone to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 992+ hotels available in New Forest.

Maidstone to New Forest - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 7 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Maidstone to New Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via London
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindon
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Five Alls CourtX5
3h 50m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Regent CircusUk044 / ...
5h 34m
£20–35
Drive 112.2 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to New Forest112.2 mi
1h 57m
£28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindon
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Police StationX5
4h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Twyford Station
3. Take the train from Twyford to Bedwyn
5h 9m
£59–123
Line 7 bus, train, line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bower Place to Quarry Hill Parade7
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to Redhill
3. Take the train from Redhill to Reading
4. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to Newbury Wharf1
5. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Savernake HospitalX20
6h 53m

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Distance: 131.8 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from King Street to Police Station via London Victoria, Regent Circus, and Fleming Way in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maidstone East to Savernake Hospital via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Moorgate station, Liverpool Street Station, Twyford, Bedwyn, and Railway Station in around 5h 9m.

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