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

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Maidstone is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Maidstone is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashford to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Convent Road and arriving at Maidstone via The Bell, Gunnersbury Station and London Stonebridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Ashford to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Ashford (Surrey) and arriving at Maidstone East via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Ashford to Maidstone?

The distance between Ashford and Maidstone is 56 miles. The road distance is 55.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashford to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £26 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Ashford to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Maidstone bus from?

Ashford to Maidstone bus services, operated by First Bus London, depart from Gunnersbury Station.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Maidstone train from?

Ashford to Maidstone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Ashford (Surrey) station.

Train or bus from Ashford to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Ashford to Maidstone is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £26 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 440 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Ashford to Maidstone bus arrive?

Ashford to Maidstone bus services, operated by First Bus London, arrive at Stonebridge Park Station / Point Place.

Where does the Ashford to Maidstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ashford to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Maidstone is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Ashford to Maidstone.

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

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Ashford to Maidstone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 440 bus, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Ashford (Surrey) to London Waterlootrain Windsor & Eton Riverside - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Ashford International / ...
2h 23m
£26–56
Drive 54.9 mi
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1. Drive from Ashford to Maidstonecar 54.9 mi
1h 10m
£14–20
Line 440 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gunnersbury Station to Stonebridge Park Station / Point Placebus 440
2. Take the bus from London Stonebridge to Maidstonebus
4h 17m
Train via Chatham station
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 37m
£34–69

Ashford to Maidstone by train and foot

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Distance: 55.3 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Ashford, Surrey, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a train from Ashford (Surrey) to Maidstone East via London Waterloo and London Waterloo East in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Convent Road to Maidstone via The Bell, Gunnersbury Station, Stonebridge Park Station / Point Place, and London Stonebridge in around 4h 17m.

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