What is the cheapest way to get from Somerset to Kent?

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Kent is to bus and train which costs £40 - £80 and takes 6h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Somerset to Kent?

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Kent is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Kent. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Lenham via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Somerset to Kent?

The distance between Somerset and Kent is 204 miles. The road distance is 185 miles.

How do I travel from Somerset to Kent without a car?

The best way to get from Somerset to Kent without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £90 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Somerset to Kent?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Somerset to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Kent train from?

Somerset to Kent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

Where does the Somerset to Kent train arrive?

Somerset to Kent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Kent is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Somerset to Kent.

Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1170+ hotels available in Kent.

Somerset to Kent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Somerset to Kent by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 8m
£92–185
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Victoriabus
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
6h 43m
£42–77
Drive 183.9 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Kentcar 183.9 mi
3h 21m
£45–65
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
7h 10m
£101–229

Somerset to Kent by bus, train, and subway

192Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

£92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.1 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Somerset, England and Kent, England?

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Lenham via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 5h 8m.

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