What is the cheapest way to get from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station?

The cheapest way to get from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station?

The fastest way to get from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct train between Shortlands Station and Maidstone East Station?

No, there is no direct train from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station. However, there are services departing from Shortlands and arriving at Maidstone East via Otford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station?

The distance between Shortlands Station and Maidstone East Station is 30 miles. The road distance is 29.3 miles.

Where do I catch the Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station train from?

Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Shortlands station.

Where does the Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station train arrive?

Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Otford station.

Can I drive from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station is 29 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station.

Where can I stay near Maidstone East Station?

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Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station

Q: How do I travel from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station without a car?

The best way to get from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £15 - £35.

Q: How long does it take to get from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shortlands to Otfordtrain London Blackfriars - Sevenoaks / ...
2. Take the train from Otford to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
1h 10m
£15–31
Drive 29.1 mi
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1. Drive from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Stationcar 29.1 mi
35 min
£7–11
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Bromley South to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Chatham station to Maidstone East stationbus 101
1h 27m
£13–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Stationtaxi 29.1 mi
35 min
£130–160

Shortlands Station to Maidstone East Station by train

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Distance: 29.7 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Shortlands Station, England and Maidstone East Station, England?

You can take a train from Shortlands to Maidstone East via Otford in around 1h 10m.

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