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

The cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Maidstone is to line 600 bus and bus which costs £6 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Maidstone is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Herne Bay and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Herne Bay station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Fire Station and arriving at Royal Star Arcade via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Herne Bay and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Herne Bay 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 to Maidstone?

The distance between Herne Bay and Maidstone is 36 miles. The road distance is 32.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Herne Bay 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 to Maidstone?

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Herne Bay to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Herne Bay to Maidstone is to line 600 bus and bus which takes 3h 2m and costs £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Herne Bay to Maidstone bus arrive?

Herne Bay to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Herne Bay to Maidstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Herne Bay to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Herne Bay to Maidstone is 33 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Herne Bay to Maidstone.

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

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Herne Bay 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 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
£16–31
Line 600 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fire Station to Bus Stationbus 600 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
3h 2m
£6
Drive 32.5 mi
1. Drive from Herne Bay to Maidstonecar 32.5 mi
38 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Herne Bay to Maidstonetaxi 32.5 mi
38 min
£140–180
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 to Maidstone by train and bus

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Distance: 36 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Fire Station to Royal Star Arcade via Bus Station in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Herne Bay to Maidstone West via Strood in around 1h 34m.

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