What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Aylesford?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Aylesford is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Aylesford?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Aylesford is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Aylesford?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Aylesford. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross and arriving at Coldharbour Roundabout via Lewisham Station and Chequers Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Aylesford?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross to Aylesford. However, there are services departing from London Charing Cross and arriving at Aylesford via Paddock Wood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Aylesford?

The distance between Charing Cross and Aylesford is 48 miles. The road distance is 34.7 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Aylesford without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Aylesford without a car is to train via Paddock Wood which takes 1h 41m and costs £25 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Aylesford?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Charing Cross to Aylesford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Aylesford bus from?

Charing Cross to Aylesford bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Aylesford train from?

Charing Cross to Aylesford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Charing Cross station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Aylesford?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Aylesford is to train via Paddock Wood which takes 1h 41m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £70 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Aylesford bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Aylesford bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Aylesford train arrive?

Charing Cross to Aylesford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Paddock Wood station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Aylesford?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Aylesford is 35 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Charing Cross to Aylesford.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Aylesford?

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Where can I stay near Aylesford?

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Train via Paddock Wood
best
1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Paddock Woodtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the train from Paddock Wood to Aylesfordtrain Paddock Wood - Strood / ...
1h 41m
£25–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Lewisham Stationbus N89 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to King Streetbus 814
2h 57m
£8–67
Drive 34.5 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Aylesfordcar 34.5 mi
55 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to Aylesfordtaxi 34.5 mi
55 min
£150–190
Train
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Stroodtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 17m
£20–38

Charing Cross to Aylesford by train

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Distance: 47.8 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Aylesford, England?

You can take a train from London Charing Cross to Aylesford via Paddock Wood in around 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Coldharbour Roundabout via Lewisham Station, King Street, and Chequers Bus Station in around 2h 57m.

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