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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Rayleigh is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Rayleigh via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Rayleigh?

The distance between Maidstone and Rayleigh is 74 miles. The road distance is 43.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £26 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Maidstone to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Rayleigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Rayleigh is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £26 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 25 bus, which costs and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Maidstone to Rayleigh train arrive?

Maidstone to Rayleigh train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Rayleigh is 44 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Maidstone to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 1049+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

Maidstone to Rayleigh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 25 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone to Rayleigh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 BridgeMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to RayleighLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
1h 58m
£27–80
Drive 43.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Rayleigh43.3 mi
49 min
£11–16
Bus, line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from Brenchley Gardens to Waterfront Bus Station101
2. Take the bus from Chatham to Upminster
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Street25 / ...
3h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Rayleigh43.3 mi
49 min
£190–230
Train via Strood
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Strood
2. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
2h 10m
£27–67

Maidstone to Rayleigh by train and subway

95Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.4 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Rayleigh via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brenchley Gardens to High Street via Chatham, Upminster, Upminster, Basildon, and Bus Station in around 3h 15m.

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