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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Torquay is to bus which costs £45 - £65 and takes 8h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Torquay is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Torquay. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Tesco via London Victoria and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Torquay?

The distance between Maidstone and Torquay is 242 miles. The road distance is 224.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £80 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Maidstone to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Torquay bus from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Torquay?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Torquay is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £80 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Maidstone to Torquay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Torquay is 225 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Maidstone to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2370+ hotels available in Torquay.

Maidstone to Torquay - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Maidstone to Torquay by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Newton AbbotLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
5h 6m
£80–265
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Station501 / ...
8h 22m
£45–65
Drive 223.5 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Torquay223.5 mi
3h 51m
£56–81
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
7h 12m
£134–377
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St DavidsLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
6h 44m
£46–184
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
8h 56m
£219–529
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
8h 2m
£175–517

Maidstone to Torquay by train, subway, and bus

93Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.7 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Tesco via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Tesco via London Victoria and Rail Station in around 8h 22m.

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