What is the cheapest way to get from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone is to line 96 bus and line 700 bus which costs £3 - £9 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford (Station) and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford (Station) station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Ilford Station and arriving at St Faith's Street via Thomas Street, Bus Station and Waterfront Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford (Station) and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Maidstone West via Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International and Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone?

The distance between Ilford (Station) and Maidstone is 42 miles. The road distance is 36.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone without a car?

The best way to get from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £21 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford (Station) to Maidstone bus from?

Ilford (Station) to Maidstone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Thomas Street station.

Where do I catch the Ilford (Station) to Maidstone train from?

Ilford (Station) to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Stratford International station.

Train or bus from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £21 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 96 bus and line 700 bus, which costs £3 - £9 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Ilford (Station) to Maidstone bus arrive?

Ilford (Station) to Maidstone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Ilford (Station) to Maidstone train arrive?

Ilford (Station) to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Strood station.

Can I drive from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford (Station) to Maidstone is 37 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone.

How do I get a train ticket from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone?

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Ilford (Station) to Maidstone - 6 ways to travel via train, line 25 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Ilford (Station) to Maidstone by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
2. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
1h 50m
£21–47
Line 96 bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thomas Street to Bus Stationbus 96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 700
3h 23m
£4–9
Line 25 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ilford Broadway to St Katharine Creebus 25 / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
3h 6m
£21–42
Drive 36.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilford (Station) to Maidstonecar 36.4 mi
47 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilford (Station) to Maidstonetaxi 36.4 mi
47 min
£160–200
Train via Farringdon
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Stroodtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
2h 47m
£27–59

Ilford (Station) to Maidstone by train

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Distance: 41.3 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Ilford (Station), England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a train from Ilford to Maidstone West via Stratford, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Strood in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ilford Station to St Faith's Street via North Woolwich Free Ferry, Thomas Street, Bus Station, and Waterfront Bus Station in around 3h 23m.

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