What is the cheapest way to get from Ilford to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Maidstone is to line 96 bus and line 700 bus which costs £3 - £9 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilford to Maidstone?

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

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Ilford / Chapel Road and arriving at St Faith's Street via Thomas Street, Bus Station and Waterfront Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford 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 51m.

How far is it from Ilford to Maidstone?

The distance between Ilford and Maidstone is 42 miles. The road distance is 36.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £22 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Ilford to Maidstone?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Ilford to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Maidstone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilford to Maidstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilford to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Ilford to Maidstone is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 96 bus and line 700 bus, which costs £3 - £9 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Ilford to Maidstone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilford to Maidstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilford to Maidstone?

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

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

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Ilford to Maidstone - 6 ways to travel via train, line 96 bus, and line 700 bus

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

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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 51m
£22–48
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 17m
£4–9
Drive 36.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Maidstonecar 36.4 mi
47 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilford to Maidstonetaxi 36.4 mi
47 min
£160–200
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Victoria stationsubway District / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2h 4m
£30–79
Train via Farringdon
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 44m
£24–50

Ilford to Maidstone by train

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Distance: 41.3 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Ilford, 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 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ilford / Chapel Road to St Faith's Street via North Woolwich Free Ferry, Thomas Street, Bus Station, and Waterfront Bus Station in around 3h 17m.

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