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

The cheapest way to get from Shanklin to Maidstone is to ferry and bus which costs £40 - £65 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanklin to Maidstone is to ferry and train which takes 4h 14m and costs £80 - £160.

How far is it from Shanklin to Maidstone?

The distance between Shanklin and Maidstone is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shanklin to Maidstone without a car is to ferry and train which takes 4h 14m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Shanklin to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Maidstone?

There are 722+ hotels available in Maidstone.

Shanklin to Maidstone - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and line 7 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Shanklin to Maidstone by ferry, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverportferry
2. Take the train from Fratton to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Maidstone Easttrain
4h 14m
£82–157
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverportferry
2. Take the bus from Clarence Pier to Old Steinebus Vc3
3. Take the bus from Royal Pavilion to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
8h 13m
£43–63
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pierferry
2. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain
6h 19m
£56–114
Ferry, train via London
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pierferry
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain
5h 43m
£70–152
Ferry, train, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverportferry
2. Take the train from Fratton to Crawleytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to War Memorialbus 291
4. Take the bus from War Memorial to Terrace Roadbus 7
7h 13m
£63–99

Shanklin to Maidstone by train, ferry, taxi, and subway

133Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Shanklin to Maidstone.

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Distance: 124.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

There is no direct connection from Shanklin to Maidstone. However, you can take the train to Ryde Esplanade, walk to Ryde Hoverport, take the ferry to Southsea Hoverport, take the taxi to Fratton, take the train to London Waterloo, walk to Waterloo station, take the subway to London Bridge station, walk to London Bridge, then take the train to Maidstone East. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shanklin to Maidstone East via Ryde Pier Head, Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal, Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, The Hard Interchange, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 19m.

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