What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to Maidstone West?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Maidstone West is to line 101 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to Maidstone West?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Maidstone West is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Maidstone West?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chatham station station and arriving at The Cannon. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Maidstone West?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Strood and arriving at Maidstone West. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Rochester to Maidstone West?

The distance between Rochester and Maidstone West is 11 miles. The road distance is 8.6 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to Maidstone West without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to Maidstone West without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs £5 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to Maidstone West?

The train from Strood to Maidstone West takes 26 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Maidstone West bus from?

Rochester to Maidstone West bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Chatham station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Maidstone West train from?

Rochester to Maidstone West train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Maidstone West?

The best way to get from Rochester to Maidstone West is to train which takes 26 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 29 min.

Where does the Rochester to Maidstone West bus arrive?

Rochester to Maidstone West bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at The Cannon station.

Where does the Rochester to Maidstone West train arrive?

Rochester to Maidstone West train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Maidstone West station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Maidstone West?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Maidstone West is 9 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Rochester to Maidstone West.

How do I get a train ticket from Rochester to Maidstone West?

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Where can I stay near Maidstone West?

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Rochester to Maidstone West - 5 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Rochester to Maidstone West by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
26 min
£5–12
Line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chatham station to The Cannonbus 101
29 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester to Maidstone Westtaxi 8.5 mi
13 min
£40–55
Drive 8.5 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Maidstone Westcar 8.5 mi
13 min
£3
Line 101 bus via St Faith's Street
1. Take the bus from Chatham station to St Faith's Streetbus 101
33 min
£1–3

Rochester to Maidstone West by train

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Rochester, England and Maidstone West, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Strood to Maidstone West hourly. Tickets cost £5–12 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Chatham station to The Cannon every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 26 min.

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