What is the cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone is to line 101 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham (Kent) and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from King Street and arriving at Maidstone East station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham (Kent) and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Maidstone West. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone?

The distance between Gillingham (Kent) and Maidstone is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

How do I travel from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone without a car?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone without a car is to line 101 bus which takes 38 min and costs £1 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone?

The line 101 bus from King Street to Maidstone East station takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone bus from?

Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone train from?

Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone is to line 101 bus which takes 38 min and costs £1 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £7 - £15 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone bus arrive?

Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Maidstone East station.

Where does the Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone train arrive?

Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Maidstone West station.

Can I drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone is 11 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone.

How do I get a train ticket from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone?

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Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

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

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Line 101 bus
best
1. Take the bus from King Street to Maidstone East stationbus 101
38 min
£1–3
Train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone Westtrain Gillingham
41 min
£7–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstonetaxi 10.7 mi
18 min
£50–65
Drive 10.7 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstonecar 10.7 mi
18 min
£3–4
Train via Strood
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stroodtrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
56 min
£8–15

Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone by train

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Distance: 9.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Gillingham (Kent), England and Maidstone, England?

Arriva UK operates a bus from King Street to Maidstone East station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Maidstone West once daily. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 41 min.

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