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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Salcombe is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 11h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Salcombe is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate, Viaduct and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Salcombe?

The distance between Maidstone and Salcombe is 263 miles. The road distance is 247 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Salcombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Maidstone to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Salcombe bus from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Salcombe?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Salcombe is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 11h 3m.

Where does the Maidstone to Salcombe bus arrive?

Maidstone to Salcombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Salcombe is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Maidstone to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1481+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Maidstone to Salcombe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone to Salcombe 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 Crosstrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Totnestrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
6h 37m
£123–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estatebus B23
2. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Plymouth Coach Stationbus B20
11h 3m
£46–66
Drive 245.6 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Salcombecar 245.6 mi
4h 17m
£60–86
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
8h 8m
£114–252

Maidstone to Salcombe by train, subway, and bus

78Weekly Services

6h 37mAverage Duration

£123Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Maidstone to Salcombe.

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Distance: 261.8 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Beadon Cross via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Totnes, and Rail Station Forecourt in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Shadycombe Road via Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate, Plymouth Coach Station, Viaduct, and Bus Station in around 11h 3m.

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