What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Cenotaph and arriving at King Street via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Shepton Mallet and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Maidstone East via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Maidstone is 168 miles. The road distance is 153.8 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone without a car is to line 174 bus and train which takes 4h 43m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Maidstone bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Maidstone train from?

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Castle Cary station.

Train or bus from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone is to bus which takes 7h 17m and costs £26 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Maidstone bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Maidstone train arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Maidstone is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone.

Where can I stay near Maidstone?

There are 1153+ hotels available in Maidstone.

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 174 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Shepton Mallet to Maidstone by bus, train, or car

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Line 174 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 173 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Maidstone Easttrain
4h 43m
£70–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus G39
7h 17m
£26–43
Drive 152.9 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Maidstonecar 152.9 mi
2h 41m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to London Paddingtontrain Exeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
4h 53m
£70–131
Line 174 bus, train via Reading
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 173 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain
5h 54m
£81–153

Shepton Mallet to Maidstone by bus and train

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Distance: 166.8 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Maidstone, England?

National Express operates a bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre twice a week. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beech House to Maidstone East via Castle Cary Station, Castle Cary, London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 4h 53m.

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