What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to New Forest is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to New Forest is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to New Forest station. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Police Station via London Victoria and Fleming Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Bedwyn via Charing Cross station, London Paddington and Newbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Maidstone to New Forest?

The distance between Maidstone and New Forest is 133 miles. The road distance is 112.9 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to New Forest without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 37m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to New Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Maidstone to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to New Forest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to New Forest train from?

Maidstone to New Forest train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to New Forest?

The best way to get from Maidstone to New Forest is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Maidstone to New Forest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone to New Forest train arrive?

Maidstone to New Forest train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to New Forest is 113 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Maidstone to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 1038+ hotels available in New Forest.

Maidstone to New Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 1 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Five Alls Courtbus X5
3h 37m
£54–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Fleming Waybus 401 / ...
5h 53m
£18–33
Drive 112.2 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to New Forestcar 112.2 mi
1h 59m
£28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain London Paddington - Newbury / ...
4h 44m
£51–90
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to Newbury Wharfbus 1
6h 45m
£52–83

Maidstone to New Forest by bus and train

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Distance: 131.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from King Street to Police Station via London Victoria and Fleming Way in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maidstone East to Savernake Hospital via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Newbury, Bedwyn, and Railway Station in around 4h 44m.

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