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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Charlton is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Charlton is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Charlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Charlton. However, there are services departing from Earl Street and arriving at Charlton Village via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and New Cross Gate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Charlton?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Charlton. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Charlton via Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Charlton?

The distance between Maidstone and Charlton is 35 miles. The road distance is 30.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Charlton without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Maidstone to Charlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Charlton bus from?

Maidstone to Charlton bus services, operated by Nu-Venture, depart from Earl Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Charlton train from?

Maidstone to Charlton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone West station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Charlton?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Charlton is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 130 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Maidstone to Charlton bus arrive?

Maidstone to Charlton bus services, operated by Nu-Venture, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Maidstone to Charlton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Charlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Charlton is 31 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Maidstone to Charlton.

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

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Where can I stay near Charlton?

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Maidstone to Charlton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 130 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Stroodtrain Paddock Wood - Strood / ...
2. Take the train from Strood to Charltontrain Gillingham / ...
1h 40m
£18–35
Drive 30.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Charltoncar 30.6 mi
41 min
£8–11
Line 130 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Earl Street to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 130
2. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to New Cross Gate Stationbus 007 / ...
2h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Charltontaxi 30.6 mi
41 min
£130–170
Line 101 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pudding Lane to Chatham stationbus 101
2. Take the train from Chatham to Charltontrain Gillingham / ...
1h 51m
£15–29

Maidstone to Charlton by train

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Distance: 34.7 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Charlton, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Maidstone West to Charlton via Strood in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Earl Street to Charlton Village via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and New Cross Gate Station in around 2h 50m.

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