What is the cheapest way to get from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone is to bus which costs £6 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Birchington-on-Sea and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Royal Star Arcade via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Birchington-on-Sea and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Birchington-on-Sea and arriving at Maidstone West via Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone?

The distance between Birchington-on-Sea and Maidstone is 44 miles. The road distance is 39.7 miles.

How do I travel from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone without a car?

The best way to get from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone without a car is to train and line 101 bus which takes 1h 22m and costs £19 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone?

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone bus from?

Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from The Square station.

Where do I catch the Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone train from?

Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Birchington-on-Sea station.

Train or bus from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone is to bus which takes 3h 2m and costs £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone bus arrive?

Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone train arrive?

Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Strood station.

Can I drive from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone is 40 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone.

How do I get a train ticket from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone?

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Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

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Train, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the train from Birchington-on-Sea to Chathamtrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Chatham station to St Faith's Streetbus 101
1h 22m
£20–39
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Square to Bus Stationbus 8A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
3h 2m
£6
Drive 39.5 mi
1. Drive from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstonecar 39.5 mi
43 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstonetaxi 39.5 mi
43 min
£170–210
Train
1. Take the train from Birchington-on-Sea to Stroodtrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
1h 43m
£25–50

Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone by train and bus

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Distance: 44.1 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Birchington-on-Sea, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a bus from The Square to Royal Star Arcade via Bus Station in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Birchington-on-Sea to Maidstone West via Strood in around 1h 43m.

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