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

The cheapest way to get from Rainham to Maidstone is to bus and line 101 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainham to Maidstone is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Rainham and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from White Horse and arriving at The Cannon. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Rainham and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Rainham to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Rainham (Kent) and arriving at Maidstone West via Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Rainham to Maidstone?

The distance between Rainham and Maidstone is 12 miles. The road distance is 9.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rainham to Maidstone without a car is to train and line 101 bus which takes 40 min and costs £3 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Rainham to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rainham to Maidstone bus from?

Rainham to Maidstone bus services, operated by Nu-Venture, depart from White Horse station.

Where do I catch the Rainham to Maidstone train from?

Rainham to Maidstone train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Rainham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Rainham to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Rainham to Maidstone is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £8 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 130 bus, which costs and takes 44 min.

Where does the Rainham to Maidstone bus arrive?

Rainham to Maidstone bus services, operated by Nu-Venture, arrive at The Cannon station.

Where does the Rainham to Maidstone train arrive?

Rainham to Maidstone train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Strood station.

Can I drive from Rainham to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainham to Maidstone is 10 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Rainham to Maidstone.

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

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Rainham to Maidstone - 6 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Chathamtrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Chatham station to St Faith's Streetbus 101
40 min
£3–8
Bus, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Cricketers to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 132 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to St Faith's Streetbus 101
1h
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Stroodtrain Rainham
2. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
1h 2m
£8–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rainham to Maidstonetaxi 9.8 mi
20 min
£45–60
Drive 9.8 mi
1. Drive from Rainham to Maidstonecar 9.8 mi
20 min
£3–4
Line 130 bus
1. Take the bus from White Horse to The Cannonbus 130
44 min

Rainham to Maidstone by train and bus

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Rainham, Medway, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a train from Rainham (Kent) to Maidstone West via Strood in around 1h 2m. Alternatively, Nu-Venture operates a bus from White Horse to The Cannon every 4 hours, and the journey takes 44 min.

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