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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Maidstone is to bus and train which costs £30 - £65 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Maidstone is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Maidstone via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive and London Stonebridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Maidstone West via London St Pancras Intl and Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Leicester to Maidstone?

The distance between Leicester and Maidstone is 142 miles. The road distance is 146 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Leicester to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Maidstone bus from?

Leicester to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Maidstone train from?

Leicester to Maidstone train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Leicester to Maidstone is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Leicester to Maidstone bus arrive?

Leicester to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

Where does the Leicester to Maidstone train arrive?

Leicester to Maidstone train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Maidstone is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Leicester to Maidstone.

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

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Where can I stay near Maidstone?

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Maidstone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Stroodtrain
3. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain
2h 39m
£73–121
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk005 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
4h 28m
£33–64
Drive 145.1 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Maidstonecar 145.1 mi
2h 29m
£36–52
Train via Ashford International
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Ashford International to Maidstone Easttrain
2h 52m
£89–155
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Finchley Road Stationbus 440 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stonebridge to Maidstonebus
5h 13m

Leicester to Maidstone by train

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Distance: 141.5 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Maidstone West via London St Pancras Intl and Strood in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Maidstone via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive, Harrow Road /North Circular Rd, and London Stonebridge in around 5h 13m.

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