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 bus between Maidstone and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Reading. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Bridge Street via London Victoria and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

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 57m.

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 57m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Maidstone to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Reading?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Reading is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Maidstone to Reading bus arrive?

Maidstone to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria 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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Maidstone to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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

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 57m
£38–81
Drive 77.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Reading77.9 mi
1h 23m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUk041 / ...
3h 24m
£27–47
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoria
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Ealing Broadway station
3. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Reading
2h 41m
£28–93
Line 7 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bower Place to Quarry Hill Parade7
2. Take the train from Redhill to ReadingGatwick Airport - Reading / ...
3h 37m
£25–56

Maidstone to Reading by train and subway

93Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.1 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Bridge Street via London Victoria and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 3h 24m.

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