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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Maidstone is to bus and train which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h 45m.

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 bus between Poole and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at King Street via Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

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 £25 - £110.

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 bus from?

Poole to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Maidstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Poole to Maidstone is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £25 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 6h.

Where does the Poole to Maidstone bus arrive?

Poole to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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
£25–108
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
5h 45m
£26–55
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Maidstonecar 135 mi
2h 33m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estatebus B10
2. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to King Streetbus B23
6h
£36–50

Poole to Maidstone by train and foot

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to King Street via Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate in around 6h.

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