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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Reading is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Reading. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Reading via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Reading?

The distance between Maidstone and Reading is 78 miles. The road distance is 78.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Maidstone to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Reading is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Maidstone to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1434+ hotels available in Reading.

Maidstone to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 18 bus, and car

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

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 ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 59m
£38–81
Drive 77.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Reading77.9 mi
1h 23m
£19–28
Bus, line 18 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Maidstone to London Stonebridge
2. Take the bus from North Circular Road Stonebridge Park to Edgware Road18 / ...
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Reading
2h 55m
Train via London
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading / ...
2h 51m
£30–83
Train via Chatham station
1. Take the train from Chatham to FarringdonRainham / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to ReadingElizabeth
3h 37m
£29–84

Maidstone to Reading by train and subway

121Weekly Services

1h 59mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.1 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Reading via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 1h 59m.

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