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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Southampton is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Southampton is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Southampton Central via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Southampton?

The distance between Maidstone and Southampton is 117 miles. The road distance is 105.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Maidstone to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Southampton?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Maidstone to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Southampton train arrive?

Maidstone to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Southampton is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Maidstone to Southampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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Maidstone to Southampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 7 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 45m
£47–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
5h 3m
£19–32
Drive 104.5 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Southamptoncar 104.5 mi
1h 56m
£26–38
Line 7 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bower Place to Royal Victoria Placebus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to Imperial Arcadebus 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Portslade to Southampton Centraltrain
6h 16m
£37–59

Maidstone to Southampton by train and foot

113Weekly Services

2h 45mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.8 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Southampton Central via London Waterloo East and London Waterloo in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Coach Station via London Victoria in around 5h 3m.

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