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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Ilkeston is to bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Market Place via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Ilkeston?

The distance between Maidstone and Ilkeston is 171 miles. The road distance is 170.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Ilkeston without a car is to train and line 15 bus which takes 4h 4m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Maidstone to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Ilkeston bus from?

Maidstone to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where does the Maidstone to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Maidstone to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Ilkeston is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Maidstone to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 2084+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

Maidstone to Ilkeston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone to Ilkeston by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 15 bus
best
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Long Eatontrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Health Centrebus 15
4h 4m
£80–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Derby Bus Stationbus Uk004 / ...
6h 24m
£26–56
Drive 169.5 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Ilkestoncar 169.5 mi
2h 52m
£43–61
Train, bus, line 15 bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leicesterbus
3. Take the bus from M&S to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 104 / ...
4. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Parkbus Sky
5. Take the bus from Coach Park to Market Placebus 15
7h 22m
£41–67

Maidstone to Ilkeston by train and bus

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4h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.3 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a bus from King Street to Market Place via London Victoria, Derby Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 24m.

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