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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Plumstead is to bus and line 53 bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Plumstead is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Heavitree Road via New Cross Gate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Plumstead via Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Plumstead?

The distance between Maidstone and Plumstead is 32 miles. The road distance is 30 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Plumstead without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £15 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Maidstone to Plumstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Plumstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Plumstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Plumstead?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Plumstead is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Maidstone to Plumstead bus arrive?

Maidstone to Plumstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at New Cross Gate Station.

Where does the Maidstone to Plumstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Plumstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Plumstead is 30 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Maidstone to Plumstead.

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

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Maidstone to Plumstead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 53 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone to Plumstead 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 Plumsteadtrain Rainham / ...
1h 31m
£16–29
Bus, line 53 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to New Cross Gate Stationbus 814
2. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Heavitree Roadbus 53 / ...
1h 38m
£7–11
Drive 29.8 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Plumsteadcar 29.8 mi
37 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Plumsteadtaxi 29.8 mi
37 min
£70–90
Line 101 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pudding Lane to Chatham stationbus 101
2. Take the train from Chatham to Plumsteadtrain Rainham / ...
1h 42m
£13–24

Maidstone to Plumstead by train

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Distance: 32.3 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone West to Plumstead via Strood in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Heavitree Road via New Cross Gate Station in around 1h 38m.

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