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How to get fromShanklin to Maidstoneby ferry or train

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There are 2 ways to get from Shanklin to Maidstone by ferry or train

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  1. Catamaran, train via London

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    1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Terminal to Portsmouthferry ferry
    2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to London Waterlootrain train
    3. Take the train from London Bridge to Maidstone Easttrain train
    4h 46m
    £66–141

  2. Catamaran, train

    1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Terminal to Portsmouthferry ferry
    2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to London Victoriatrain train
    3. Take the train from London Victoria to Maidstone Easttrain train
    6h 16m
    £77–158

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  • Distance: 124.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 46m

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

There is no direct connection from Shanklin to Maidstone. However, you can take the train to Ryde Pier Head, walk to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, take the ferry to Portsmouth, walk to Portsmouth Harbour, take the train to London Waterloo, walk to Waterloo station, take the subway to London Bridge station, walk to London Bridge, then take the train to Maidstone East. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shanklin to Maidstone East via Ryde Pier Head, Ryde Pier Head Terminal, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Harbour, and London Victoria in around 6h 16m.

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