What is the cheapest way to get from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone is to line 51 bus and line 7 bus which costs £6 - £9 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne Station and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Gildredge Road and arriving at Terrace Road via Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne Station and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Maidstone East via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone?

The distance between Eastbourne Station and Maidstone is 62 miles. The road distance is 44.3 miles.

How do I travel from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone without a car?

The best way to get from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £29 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne Station to Maidstone bus from?

Eastbourne Station to Maidstone bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Gildredge Road station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne Station to Maidstone train from?

Eastbourne Station to Maidstone train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £29 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 500 bus and line 29 bus and line 7 bus, which costs and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Eastbourne Station to Maidstone bus arrive?

Eastbourne Station to Maidstone bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Eastbourne Station to Maidstone train arrive?

Eastbourne Station to Maidstone train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne Station to Maidstone is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone.

How do I get a train ticket from Eastbourne Station to Maidstone?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain Eastbourne - Ashford International
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Maidstone Easttrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2h 14m
£30–50
Line 51 bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Fire Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Fire Station to Railway Stationbus 51 / ...
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Terrace Roadbus 7 / ...
3h 58m
£7–9
Line 500 bus, line 29 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Bus Stationbus 500
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Terrace Roadbus 7 / ...
3h 30m
Drive 44 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne Station to Maidstonecar 44 mi
1h 6m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Eastbourne Station to Maidstonetaxi 44 mi
1h 6m
£190–230

Eastbourne Station to Maidstone by train

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Distance: 61.7 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Eastbourne Station, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Maidstone East via Ashford International in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gildredge Road to Terrace Road via Bus Station and Railway Station in around 3h 30m.

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