What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at King Street via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Shepton Mallet and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Maidstone East via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Maidstone is 168 miles. The road distance is 153.8 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone without a car is to line 174 bus and train which takes 4h 42m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Maidstone bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Maidstone train from?

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Castle Cary station.

Train or bus from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone is to bus which takes 7h 53m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £150 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Maidstone bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Maidstone train arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Maidstone is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone.

Where can I stay near Maidstone?

There are 1157+ hotels available in Maidstone.

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 174 bus, and bus

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

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Line 174 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 173 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Maidstone Easttrain
4h 42m
£69–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 403
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Streetbus 814
7h 53m
£31–76
Drive 152.9 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Maidstonecar 152.9 mi
2h 41m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to London Paddingtontrain Exeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
4h 53m
£74–142
Line 174 bus, train via Reading
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 173 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain
5h 54m
£79–166

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone by bus, train, and subway

166Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a bus from Great Ostry to King Street via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beech House to Maidstone East via Castle Cary Station, Castle Cary, London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 4h 53m.

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