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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Tonbridge is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Tonbridge is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £65 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Tonbridge?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bower Place and arriving at Castle. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Tonbridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Tonbridge. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Maidstone to Tonbridge?

The distance between Maidstone and Tonbridge is 15 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Tonbridge without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £12 - £14.

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

The train from Maidstone West to Tonbridge takes 28 min including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Tonbridge bus from?

Maidstone to Tonbridge bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, depart from Bower Place station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Tonbridge train from?

Maidstone to Tonbridge train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone West station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Tonbridge?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Tonbridge is to train which takes 28 min and costs £12 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Maidstone to Tonbridge bus arrive?

Maidstone to Tonbridge bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, arrive at Castle station.

Where does the Maidstone to Tonbridge train arrive?

Maidstone to Tonbridge train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Tonbridge station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Tonbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Tonbridge is 15 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Maidstone to Tonbridge.

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

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Where can I stay near Tonbridge?

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Maidstone to Tonbridge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to TonbridgeStrood - Tonbridge / ...
28 min
£12–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bower Place to Castle7
50 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Tonbridge14.4 mi
26 min
£65–80
Drive 14.4 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Tonbridge14.4 mi
26 min
£4–6
Train via Paddock Wood
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Paddock WoodStrood - Paddock Wood / ...
2. Take the train from Paddock Wood to TonbridgeDover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
45 min
£9–15

Maidstone to Tonbridge by train

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Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Maidstone West to Tonbridge 5 times a day. Tickets cost £12–14 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Arriva Kent & Surrey operates a bus from Bower Place to Castle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 50 min. Nu-Venture also services this route 3 times a day.

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