What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Southend Central via London Bridge station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Maidstone and Southend-on-Sea is 75 miles. The road distance is 47.7 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £21 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £21 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 28 bus, which costs and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 847+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 28 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London BridgeMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 1m
£22–79
Drive 47.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea47.4 mi
1h 2m
£12–18
Bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Chatham to UpminsterMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centre28 / ...
3h 31m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea47.4 mi
1h 2m
£200–250

Maidstone to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

95Weekly Services

2h 1mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.9 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Southend Central via London Bridge, London Bridge station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brenchley Gardens to Travel Centre via Chatham, Upminster, Upminster, Basildon, and Bus Station in around 3h 31m.

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