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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Maidstone is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Maidstone is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at King Street via Bournemouth Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Swanage to Maidstone?

The distance between Swanage and Maidstone is 161 miles. The road distance is 152.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Maidstone without a car is to line 50 bus and train which takes 4h 53m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Swanage to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Maidstone bus from?

Swanage to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Swanage to Maidstone bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Maidstone is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Swanage to Maidstone.

Where can I stay near Maidstone?

There are 1152+ hotels available in Maidstone.

Swanage to Maidstone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Maidstone by bus, train, or car

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Line 50 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain
4h 53m
£62–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Streetbus 814
7h 4m
£25–40
Drive 151.7 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Maidstonecar 151.7 mi
2h 53m
£38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
7h 33m
£35–62

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to King Street via Bournemouth Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 4m.

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