What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells is to line 7 bus via Royal Victoria Place which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bower Place and arriving at Royal Victoria Place. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Tunbridge Wells via Paddock Wood and Tonbridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells?

The distance between Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells is 20 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £9 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells bus from?

Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Bower Place station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £9 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus via Royal Victoria Place, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells bus arrive?

Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Royal Victoria Place station.

Where does the Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells train arrive?

Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Paddock Wood station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells is 18 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells.

How do I get a train ticket from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells?

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Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells - 5 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Paddock Woodtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to Tunbridge Wellstrain London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells / ...
1h 7m
£9–21
Line 7 bus via Royal Victoria Place
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bower Place to Royal Victoria Placebus 7 / ...
1h 19m
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wellstaxi 17.8 mi
28 min
£80–100
Drive 17.8 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Tunbridge Wellscar 17.8 mi
28 min
£5–7
Line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Maidstone West station to Railway Stationbus 7
1h 23m
£1–3

Maidstone to Tunbridge Wells by train

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Distance: 19.8 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Tunbridge Wells, England?

You can take a train from Maidstone West to Tunbridge Wells via Paddock Wood and Tonbridge in around 1h 7m. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Bower Place to Royal Victoria Place hourly. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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