What is the cheapest way to get from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Charlton (Station) and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Charlton Stn / Charlton Church La and arriving at St Faith's Street via Bexleyheath Clock Tower, Bus Station and Waterfront Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Charlton (Station) and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Charlton and arriving at Maidstone West via Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone?

The distance between Charlton (Station) and Maidstone is 33 miles. The road distance is 31.6 miles.

How do I travel from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone without a car?

The best way to get from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone without a car is to train and line 101 bus which takes 1h 34m and costs £14 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlton (Station) to Maidstone bus from?

Charlton (Station) to Maidstone bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Charlton Stn / Charlton Church La station.

Where do I catch the Charlton (Station) to Maidstone train from?

Charlton (Station) to Maidstone train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Charlton station.

Train or bus from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone is to line 486 bus and line 96 bus and line 700 bus which takes 2h 41m and costs £2 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Charlton (Station) to Maidstone bus arrive?

Charlton (Station) to Maidstone bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Friswell Place station.

Where does the Charlton (Station) to Maidstone train arrive?

Charlton (Station) to Maidstone train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Strood station.

Can I drive from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlton (Station) to Maidstone is 32 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone.

How do I get a train ticket from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone?

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Charlton (Station) to Maidstone - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Charlton (Station) to Maidstone by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the train from Charlton to Chathamtrain St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Chatham station to The Cannonbus 101
1h 34m
£14–29
Line 486 bus, line 96 bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charlton Stn / Charlton Church La to Friswell Placebus 486
2. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 700
2h 41m
£3–42
Drive 31.4 mi
1. Drive from Charlton (Station) to Maidstonecar 31.4 mi
43 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charlton (Station) to Maidstonetaxi 31.4 mi
43 min
£140–170
Train
1. Take the train from Charlton to Stroodtrain St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
1h 38m
£17–36

Charlton (Station) to Maidstone by train and bus

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Distance: 33.3 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Charlton (Station), England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a bus from Charlton Stn / Charlton Church La to St Faith's Street via Friswell Place, Bexleyheath Clock Tower, Bus Station, and Waterfront Bus Station in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Charlton to Maidstone West via Strood in around 1h 38m.

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