What is the cheapest way to get from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Herne Bay Station and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Herne Bay Station station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Royal Star Arcade via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Herne Bay Station and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Herne Bay and arriving at Maidstone West via Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone?

The distance between Herne Bay Station and Maidstone is 36 miles. The road distance is 31.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone without a car is to train and line 101 bus which takes 1h 13m and costs £15 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone?

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Herne Bay Station to Maidstone bus from?

Herne Bay Station to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Herne Bay Station to Maidstone train from?

Herne Bay Station to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Herne Bay station.

Train or bus from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone is to bus which takes 1h 56m and costs £8 - £14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Herne Bay Station to Maidstone bus arrive?

Herne Bay Station to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Royal Star Arcade station.

Where does the Herne Bay Station to Maidstone train arrive?

Herne Bay Station to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Strood station.

Can I drive from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Herne Bay Station to Maidstone is 32 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Herne Bay Station to Maidstone.

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

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Herne Bay Station to Maidstone - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

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

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Train, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the train from Herne Bay to Chathamtrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Chatham station to St Faith's Streetbus 101
1h 13m
£16–32
Drive 31.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Herne Bay Station to Maidstonecar 31.3 mi
37 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
1h 56m
£9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Herne Bay Station to Maidstonetaxi 31.3 mi
37 min
£140–170
Train
1. Take the train from Herne Bay to Stroodtrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
1h 34m
£21–42

Herne Bay Station to Maidstone by train and bus

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Distance: 36 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Herne Bay Station, England and Maidstone, England?

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Railway Station to Royal Star Arcade hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Herne Bay to Maidstone West via Strood in around 1h 34m.

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