What is the cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Maidstone West?

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Maidstone West is to bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitstable to Maidstone West?

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Maidstone West is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Maidstone West?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable station to Maidstone West. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Royal Star Arcade via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Maidstone West?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Maidstone West. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Maidstone West via Strood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Maidstone West?

The distance between Whitstable and Maidstone West is 37 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

How do I travel from Whitstable to Maidstone West without a car?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Maidstone West without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £18 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Whitstable to Maidstone West?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Whitstable to Maidstone West, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Maidstone West bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Maidstone West train from?

Whitstable to Maidstone West train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Whitstable station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Maidstone West?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Maidstone West is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Whitstable to Maidstone West bus arrive?

Whitstable to Maidstone West bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Royal Star Arcade station.

Where does the Whitstable to Maidstone West train arrive?

Whitstable to Maidstone West train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Strood station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Maidstone West?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Maidstone West is 28 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Whitstable to Maidstone West.

How do I get a train ticket from Whitstable to Maidstone West?

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Whitstable to Maidstone West - 5 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Whitstable to Maidstone West by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Stroodtrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Strood to Maidstone Westtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
1h 30m
£18–34
Drive 27.5 mi
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1. Drive from Whitstable to Maidstone Westcar 27.5 mi
32 min
£7–10
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Gillingham (Kent)train Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Aldi to The Cannonbus 101
1h 40m
£13–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitstable to Maidstone Westtaxi 27.5 mi
32 min
£120–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
2h 26m
£7–9

Whitstable to Maidstone West by train

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Distance: 37.2 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Whitstable, England and Maidstone West, England?

You can take a train from Whitstable to Maidstone West via Strood in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Railway Station to Royal Star Arcade every 3 hours. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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