What is the cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Kent?

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Kent is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Kent?

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Kent is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Kent. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Lenham via Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Kent?

The distance between Rayleigh and Kent is 90 miles. The road distance is 51 miles.

How do I travel from Rayleigh to Kent without a car?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 11m and costs £35 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Rayleigh to Kent?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Rayleigh to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Kent train from?

Rayleigh to Kent train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Train or bus from Rayleigh to Kent?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Kent is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 11m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 25 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Rayleigh to Kent train arrive?

Rayleigh to Kent train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Kent is 51 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Rayleigh to Kent.

How do I get a train ticket from Rayleigh to Kent?

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Where can I stay near Kent?

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Rayleigh to Kent - 5 ways to travel via train, line 25 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rayleigh to Kent by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford InternationalSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 11m
£35–91
Drive 50.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Kent50.7 mi
56 min
£13–18
Line 25 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Eastwood Road to Bus Station25
2. Take the bus from Upminster to ChathamMichalovce
3h 59m
Train
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to London Liverpool StreetSouthend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Victoria to LenhamLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 58m
£27–98
Line 25 bus, line 100 bus, bus, line 700 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eastwood Road to Bus Station25
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationx80
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Station700
5. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Maidstone East station101
6. Take the train from Maidstone East to Lenham
5h 10m

Rayleigh to Kent by train

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2h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 89.8 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Rayleigh, England and Kent, England?

You can take a train from Rayleigh to Lenham via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Ashford International in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eastwood Road to Lenham via Bus Station, Basildon, Upminster, Upminster, Waterfront Bus Station, Maidstone East station, and Maidstone East in around 3h 59m.

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