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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Maidstone West is to line 96 bus and line 700 bus which costs £3 - £9 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Maidstone West is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Maidstone West?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford to Maidstone West. However, there are services departing from Ilford / Chapel Road and arriving at The Cannon via Thomas Street, Bus Station and Waterfront Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Maidstone West?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Maidstone West. 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 to Maidstone West?

The distance between Ilford and Maidstone West is 42 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Ilford to Maidstone West bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilford to Maidstone West train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilford to Maidstone West?

The best way to get from Ilford to Maidstone West 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 27m.

Where does the Ilford to Maidstone West bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilford to Maidstone West train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilford to Maidstone West?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Maidstone West is 36 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Ilford to Maidstone West.

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

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Ilford to Maidstone West - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 25 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Ilford to Maidstone West 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 27m
£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 19m
£21–42
Drive 35.3 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Maidstone Westcar 35.3 mi
44 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilford to Maidstone Westtaxi 35.3 mi
44 min
£150–190
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 to Maidstone West by train

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Distance: 41.3 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Ilford, England and Maidstone West, 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 / Chapel Road to Maidstone West via North Woolwich Free Ferry, Thomas Street, Bus Station, Waterfront Bus Station, and The Cannon in around 3h 27m.

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