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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Maidstone is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Maidstone is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at King Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Maidstone East via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Reading to Maidstone?

The distance between Reading and Maidstone is 78 miles. The road distance is 79.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £27 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Reading to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Maidstone bus from?

Reading to Maidstone bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Maidstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Reading to Maidstone is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £27 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Reading to Maidstone bus arrive?

Reading to Maidstone bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Maidstone train arrive?

Reading to Maidstone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Reading to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Maidstone is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Reading to Maidstone.

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

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Where can I stay near Maidstone?

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Reading to Maidstone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Maidstone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Maidstone EastLondon Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
2h 39m
£28–76
Drive 78.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Maidstone78.7 mi
1h 24m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London Victoria
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Street814
4h 30m
£47–70
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham JunctionReading - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone EastLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2h 56m
£27–74
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey WoodElizabeth
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to ChathamLuton - Rainham / ...
3h 19m
£30–56

Reading to Maidstone by train and subway

122Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.1 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Maidstone East via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to King Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and London Victoria in around 4h 30m.

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