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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Whitby is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Whitby is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Whitby station. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria, Bus Station Stand 9 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Whitby via Strood, King's Cross and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Whitby?

The distance between Maidstone and Whitby is 297 miles. The road distance is 281.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Whitby without a car is to train and bus via York which takes 6h 21m and costs £55 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Maidstone to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Whitby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Whitby train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Whitby?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Whitby is to bus which takes 8h 21m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £280 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Maidstone to Whitby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Whitby is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Maidstone to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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Maidstone to Whitby - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Maidstone to Whitby 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, bus via York
best
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to York
3. Take the train from York to Scarborough
4. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop S to Bus StationX93
6h 21m
£55–207
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station Express Lounge426 / ...
10h 23m
£31–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station Stand 11Ukn10 / ...
8h 21m
£36–73
Drive 279.7 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Whitby279.7 mi
4h 54m
£70–101
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitby
8h 12m
£85–326
Train
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlington
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitby
7h 10m
£81–275
Train via Doncaster
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncaster
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Scarborough
7h 41m
£53–206
Train to London City Airport, fly to Durham Tees Valley Airport, train
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)LCY - MME
3. Take the train from Allens West to Whitby
9h 20m
£136–711

Maidstone to Whitby by train and bus

97Weekly Services

6h 21mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.5 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a bus from King Street to Bus Station via London Victoria, Bus Station Stand 9, and Market Place in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maidstone West to Whitby via Strood, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Darlington in around 7h 10m.

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