What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to West Malling?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to West Malling is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to West Malling?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to West Malling is to train which takes 8 min and costs £3 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and West Malling?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Somerfield Hospital and arriving at Town Hill. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and West Malling?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maidstone East and arriving at West Malling. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Maidstone to West Malling?

The distance between Maidstone and West Malling is 5 miles. The road distance is 6.5 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to West Malling without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to West Malling without a car is to train which takes 8 min and costs £3 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to West Malling?

The train from Maidstone East to West Malling takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to West Malling bus from?

Maidstone to West Malling bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, depart from Somerfield Hospital station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to West Malling train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to West Malling?

The best way to get from Maidstone to West Malling is to train which takes 8 min and costs £3 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 26 min.

Where does the Maidstone to West Malling bus arrive?

Maidstone to West Malling bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, arrive at Town Hill station.

Where does the Maidstone to West Malling train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to West Malling?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to West Malling is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Maidstone to West Malling.

How do I get a train ticket from Maidstone to West Malling?

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Where can I stay near West Malling?

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Maidstone to West Malling - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone to West Malling by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to West Mallingtrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
8 min
£3–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Somerfield Hospital to Town Hillbus 72 / ...
26 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to West Mallingtaxi 6.5 mi
12 min
£30–40
Drive 6.5 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to West Mallingcar 6.5 mi
12 min
£2–3

Maidstone to West Malling by train

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Distance: 5.2 mi
Duration: 8 min

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and West Malling, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Maidstone East to West Malling every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, Arriva Kent & Surrey operates a bus from Somerfield Hospital to Town Hill hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 26 min. Nu-Venture also services this route 5 times a week.

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