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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Skegness is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Skegness. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Dorothy Avenue via London Victoria, Central Bus Station and Mill Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Skegness via Strood, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Skegness?

The distance between Maidstone and Skegness is 207 miles. The road distance is 169.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £40 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Maidstone to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Skegness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Skegness train from?

Maidstone to Skegness train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Skegness?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Skegness is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £40 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Maidstone to Skegness bus arrive?

Maidstone to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Maidstone to Skegness train arrive?

Maidstone to Skegness train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Skegness is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Maidstone to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1451+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone to Skegness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Grantham
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegness
5h 5m
£42–183
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Station Car Park451
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Mill InnB5 / ...
10h 30m
Drive 168.4 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Skegness168.4 mi
3h 20m
£42–61
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Chatham to Farringdon
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleaford
4. Take the train from Sleaford to Skegness
7h 46m
£74–174

Maidstone to Skegness by train

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5h 5mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.7 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone West to Skegness via Strood, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Dorothy Avenue via London Victoria, Rail Station Car Park, Central Bus Station, and Mill Inn in around 10h 30m.

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