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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Maidstone is to train and bus and line 7 bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Maidstone is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Maidstone East via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Poole to Maidstone?

The distance between Poole and Maidstone is 152 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £29 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Poole to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Maidstone train from?

Poole to Maidstone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Where does the Poole to Maidstone train arrive?

Poole to Maidstone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Maidstone is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Poole to Maidstone.

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

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Where can I stay near Maidstone?

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Poole to Maidstone - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Poole to Maidstone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 50m
£30–112
Train, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Portsladetrain
3. Take the bus from Brighton University to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Terrace Roadbus 7 / ...
6h 51m
£33–50
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Maidstonecar 135 mi
2h 33m
£33–47

Poole to Maidstone by train and foot

131Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Maidstone East via London Waterloo and London Waterloo East in around 3h 50m.

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