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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Maidstone is to bus and train which costs £40 - £75 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Maidstone is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £85 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Maidstone via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive and London Stonebridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Maidstone East via Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Manchester to Maidstone?

The distance between Manchester and Maidstone is 226 miles. The road distance is 229.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Manchester to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Maidstone bus from?

Manchester to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Maidstone train from?

Manchester to Maidstone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Manchester to Maidstone is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Manchester to Maidstone bus arrive?

Manchester to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

Where does the Manchester to Maidstone train arrive?

Manchester to Maidstone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Maidstone is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Manchester to Maidstone.

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

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Maidstone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
3h 48m
£87–153
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
6h 18m
£40–72
Drive 228.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Maidstonecar 228.2 mi
4h 30m
£56–81
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Maidstone Easttrain
4h 40m
£86–319
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stonebridge to Maidstonebus
7h 13m
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain
6h 33m
£224–397
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain
6h 49m
£87–242
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain
5h 20m
£118–297

Manchester to Maidstone by train and subway

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3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 224.8 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Maidstone East via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Maidstone via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive, Harrow Road /North Circular Rd, and London Stonebridge in around 7h 13m.

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