What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Royal Docks?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Royal Docks is to line 101 bus and line 700 bus and line 96 bus which costs £2 - £6 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to Royal Docks?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Royal Docks is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Royal Docks?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Royal Docks. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Warspite Road via New Cross Gate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Royal Docks?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Royal Docks station. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at London City Airport DLR Station via Strood and Stratford International DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Royal Docks?

The distance between Maidstone and Royal Docks is 42 miles. The road distance is 35 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to Royal Docks without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Royal Docks without a car is to train via Stratford International DLR Station which takes 1h 36m and costs £20 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to Royal Docks?

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Maidstone to Royal Docks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Royal Docks bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Royal Docks train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Royal Docks?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Royal Docks is to train via Stratford International DLR Station which takes 1h 36m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 177 bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Maidstone to Royal Docks bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Royal Docks train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Royal Docks?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Royal Docks is 35 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Maidstone to Royal Docks.

Where can I stay near Royal Docks?

There are 20580+ hotels available in Royal Docks.

Maidstone to Royal Docks - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 177 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Maidstone to Royal Docks by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Stratford International DLR Station
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Stroodtrain
2. Take the train from Strood to Stratford Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Stratford International DLR Station to London City Airport DLR Stationtrain Dlr
1h 36m
£21–37
Line 101 bus, line 700 bus, line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pudding Lane to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 101
2. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 700
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Woolwich Arsenal Stationbus 96
2h 46m
£3–6
Bus, line 177 bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to New Cross Gate Stationbus 814
2. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Warspite Roadbus 177
1h 46m
£35–45
Drive 34.8 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Royal Dockscar 34.8 mi
48 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Royal Dockstaxi 34.8 mi
48 min
£150–190
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Stroodtrain Paddock Wood - Strood / ...
2. Take the train from Strood to Woolwich Arsenaltrain Rainham / ...
1h 42m
£18–33

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Distance: 41.8 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Royal Docks, England?

You can take a train from Maidstone West to London City Airport DLR Station via Strood, Stratford International, and Stratford International DLR Station in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Royal Docks via New Cross Gate Station and Warspite Road in around 1h 46m.

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