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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Maidstone is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Maidstone is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £95 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at King Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Maidstone West via London St Pancras Intl and Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Darlington to Maidstone?

The distance between Darlington and Maidstone is 276 miles. The road distance is 276.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Darlington to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Maidstone bus from?

Darlington to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Maidstone train from?

Darlington to Maidstone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Darlington to Maidstone is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Darlington to Maidstone bus arrive?

Darlington to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Darlington to Maidstone train arrive?

Darlington to Maidstone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Maidstone is 277 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Darlington to Maidstone.

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

Book your Darlington to Maidstone train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Darlington to Maidstone?

Book your Darlington to Maidstone bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Maidstone?

There are 1167+ hotels available in Maidstone.

Darlington to Maidstone - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromDarlington to Maidstone

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 10 ways to get from Darlington to Maidstone by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to King's Crosstrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Stroodtrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
4h 6m
£99–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to London Victoriabus 815
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Streetbus 814
8h 45m
£48–81
Drive 275.1 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Maidstonecar 275.1 mi
4h 33m
£68–98
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Maidstone Easttrain
5h 32m
£91–330
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Darlington to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Maidstone Easttrain
5h 31m
£131–209
Fly Durham Tees Valley Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MME - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain
6h 31m
£132–741
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airporttrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Maidstone Easttrain
7h 10m
£122–393
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
4. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain
6h 38m
£140–333
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain
7h 1m
£160–434
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Maidstone Easttrain
7h 28m
£121–291

Darlington to Maidstone by train

228Weekly Trains

4h 6mAverage Duration

£99Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Darlington to Maidstone.

Launch map view

Distance: 274.7 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Darlington, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a train from Darlington to Maidstone West via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Strood in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to King Street via London Victoria in around 8h 45m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.