What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea is to bus which costs £4 - £9 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Birchington-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from The Cannon and arriving at The Square via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Birchington-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Birchington-on-Sea via Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea?

The distance between Maidstone and Birchington-on-Sea is 45 miles. The road distance is 39.9 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea without a car is to line 101 bus and train which takes 1h 35m and costs £19 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea bus from?

Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from The Cannon station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea train from?

Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone West station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea bus arrive?

Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea train arrive?

Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Strood station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea is 40 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Birchington-on-Sea?

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Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 101 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Maidstone East station to Chatham stationbus 101
2. Take the train from Chatham to Birchington-on-Seatrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
1h 35m
£20–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Cannon to Bus Stationbus X3
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Squarebus 8 / ...
2h 25m
£5–9
Drive 39.7 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Seacar 39.7 mi
43 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Birchington-on-Seataxi 39.7 mi
43 min
£170–210
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Stroodtrain Paddock Wood - Strood / ...
2. Take the train from Strood to Birchington-on-Seatrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 15m
£25–51

Maidstone to Birchington-on-Sea by bus and train

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Distance: 44.4 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Birchington-on-Sea, England?

You can take a bus from The Cannon to The Square via Bus Station in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maidstone West to Birchington-on-Sea via Strood in around 2h 15m.

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