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

The cheapest way to get from Rye to Maidstone is to line 312 bus and line 12 bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rye to Maidstone is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Rye and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Rye station to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Postley Road via The Vine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Rye and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Rye to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Rye and arriving at Maidstone East via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Rye to Maidstone?

The distance between Rye and Maidstone is 35 miles. The road distance is 28.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rye to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £16 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Rye to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rye to Maidstone bus from?

Rye to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Rye to Maidstone train from?

Rye to Maidstone train services, operated by Southern, depart from Rye station.

Train or bus from Rye to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Rye to Maidstone is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £16 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 312 bus and line 12 bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Rye to Maidstone bus arrive?

Rye to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at The Vine station.

Where does the Rye to Maidstone train arrive?

Rye to Maidstone train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Rye to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Rye to Maidstone is 29 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Rye to Maidstone.

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

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Rye to Maidstone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 312 bus, and line 12 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rye to Ashford Internationaltrain Eastbourne - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Maidstone Easttrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
1h 11m
£17–35
Line 312 bus, line 12 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Vinebus 312 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Vine to Postley Roadbus 12
1h 41m
£4–6
Drive 28.8 mi
1. Drive from Rye to Maidstonecar 28.8 mi
44 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rye to Maidstonetaxi 28.8 mi
44 min
£120–160

Rye to Maidstone by train

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Distance: 34.4 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Rye, East Sussex, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a train from Rye to Maidstone East via Ashford International in around 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Postley Road via The Vine in around 1h 41m.

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