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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Paignton is to train and bus which costs £27 - £100 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Paignton is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Paignton via Charing Cross station, London Paddington and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Paignton?

The distance between Maidstone and Paignton is 243 miles. The road distance is 226.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £90 - £400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Maidstone to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Paignton train from?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Paignton train arrive?

Maidstone to Paignton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Paignton is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Maidstone to Paignton.

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 1578+ hotels available in Paignton.

Maidstone to Paignton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Maidstone to Paignton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
4h 56m
£94–399
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Great Western Roadbus 501
8h 15m
£27–99
Drive 224.8 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Paigntoncar 224.8 mi
3h 54m
£55–79
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 56m
£122–327
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Waterloo Easttrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
6h 39m
£38–113
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 27m
£164–462

Maidstone to Paignton by train and subway

130Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 241.9 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Paignton via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, and Newton Abbot in around 4h 56m.

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