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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Maidstone is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Maidstone is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Maidstone East via Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Maidstone?

The distance between Portsmouth and Maidstone is 112 miles. The road distance is 100.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Portsmouth to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Maidstone train from?

Portsmouth to Maidstone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Maidstone train arrive?

Portsmouth to Maidstone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Maidstone is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Portsmouth to Maidstone.

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

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Where can I stay near Maidstone?

There are 1156+ hotels available in Maidstone.

Portsmouth to Maidstone - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portsmouth to Maidstone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
3h 8m
£48–102
Drive 100.4 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Maidstonecar 100.4 mi
1h 43m
£25–36
Train, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the bus from Station Way to Railway Stationbus 291
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Terrace Roadbus 7 / ...
5h 8m

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Distance: 111.1 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Maidstone East via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 3h 8m.

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