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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Maidstone is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Maidstone is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Terrace Road via Friary Bus Station and Quarry Hill Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Maidstone East via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Alton to Maidstone?

The distance between Alton and Maidstone is 85 miles. The road distance is 76.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Alton to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Maidstone bus from?

Alton to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Drayman's Way station.

Where do I catch the Alton to Maidstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Alton to Maidstone is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 65 bus and bus and line 7 bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Alton to Maidstone bus arrive?

Alton to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Friary Bus Station.

Where does the Alton to Maidstone train arrive?

Alton to Maidstone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Alton to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Maidstone is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Alton to Maidstone.

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

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Alton to Maidstone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 65 bus, and line 7 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alton to London Waterlootrain Alton - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Ashford International / ...
2h 58m
£38–83
Drive 76.3 mi
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1. Drive from Alton to Maidstonecar 76.3 mi
1h 23m
£19–27
Line 65 bus, train, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Guildford stationbus 65
2. Take the train from Guildford to Redhilltrain
3. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Terrace Roadbus 7
3h 53m
£23–43
Line 65 bus, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Friary Bus Stationbus 65
2. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to Redhill Bus Stationbus 32
3. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Terrace Roadbus 7
5h 8m
£23–37

Alton to Maidstone by train and foot

130Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.6 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Alton, Hampshire, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a train from Alton to Maidstone East via London Waterloo and London Waterloo East in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Terrace Road via Friary Bus Station, Redhill Bus Station, Redhill, Tonbridge, and Quarry Hill Parade in around 5h 8m.

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