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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Ramsgate is to bus and line 44 bus which costs £6 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Ramsgate is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from The Cannon and arriving at Queen's House via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Ramsgate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Ramsgate. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Ramsgate?

The distance between Maidstone and Ramsgate is 49 miles. The road distance is 45.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Ramsgate without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 1h 19m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Maidstone to Ramsgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Ramsgate bus from?

Maidstone to Ramsgate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from The Cannon station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Ramsgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Ramsgate?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Ramsgate is to train via Ashford International which takes 1h 19m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 44 bus, which costs £6 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Maidstone to Ramsgate bus arrive?

Maidstone to Ramsgate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Maidstone to Ramsgate train arrive?

Maidstone to Ramsgate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Ramsgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Ramsgate is 45 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Maidstone to Ramsgate.

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

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Maidstone to Ramsgate - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 44 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Maidstone to Ramsgate by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to Ashford Internationaltrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 19m
£25–49
Bus, line 44 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Cannon to Bus Stationbus X3
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queen's Housebus 9X / ...
3h 23m
£6
Drive 44.9 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Ramsgatecar 44.9 mi
50 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Ramsgatetaxi 44.9 mi
50 min
£190–240
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to Ramsgatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
1h 21m
£25–50
Line 101 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pudding Lane to Victoria Streetbus 101
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Ramsgatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 13m
£24–48

Maidstone to Ramsgate by train

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Ramsgate via Ashford International in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Cannon to Queen's House via Bus Station in around 3h 23m.

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