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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Penzance is to bus which costs £28 - £100 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Penzance is to drive which takes 5h 23m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Penzance. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Albert Pier Road via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Penzance via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 27m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Penzance?

The distance between Maidstone and Penzance is 346 miles. The road distance is 313.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 10h 27m and costs £95 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 10h 27m to get from Maidstone to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Penzance bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Penzance train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Penzance?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Penzance is to train which takes 10h 27m and costs £95 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £100 and takes 10h 40m.

Where does the Maidstone to Penzance bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Penzance train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Penzance is 314 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Maidstone to Penzance.

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

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Maidstone to Penzance - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Maidstone to Penzance 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 PenzanceLondon Paddington - Penzance
10h 27m
£98–222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Albert Pier RoadUkn49 / ...
10h 40m
£29–97
Drive 311.7 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Penzance311.7 mi
5h 23m
£79–114
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)LHR - NQY
3. Take the bus from Newquay Bus Station to Albert Pier Road
8h 39m
£149–463
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Star Inn406
11h 10m
£40–129
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly, bus
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 Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)LGW - NQY
4. Take the bus from Newquay Bus Station to Albert Pier Road
8h 54m
£108–333
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)LTN - NQY
4. Take the bus from Newquay Bus Station to Albert Pier Road
8h 45m
£109–453
Train to London City Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)LCY - NQY
3. Take the bus from Newquay Bus Station to Albert Pier Road
8h 24m
£252–610
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)STN - NQY
3. Take the bus from Newquay Bus Station to Albert Pier Road
6h 58m
£62–311

Maidstone to Penzance by train and subway

75Weekly Services

10h 27mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 344 mi
Duration: 10h 27m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Penzance via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 10h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Albert Pier Road via London Victoria in around 10h 40m.

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