How to get from Dartford to Maidstone by bus and train?

From Dartford to Maidstone by bus and train

To get from Dartford to Maidstone in Maidstone, take the THAMESLINK train from Dartford station to Strood station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN bus from Strood station to Maidstone Barracks station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The bus and train schedule from Dartford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

99min
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - SOUTHEASTERNSOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Dartford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dartford
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Strood
    28 min
  • 4
    Bus - SOUTHEASTERNSOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for bus
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Bus Replacement: Maidstone West
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Maidstone Barracks
    49 min
  • 6
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    Wyke Manor Road
    840 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dartford to Maidstone by bus and train via THAMESLINK and 101

To get from Dartford to Maidstone in Maidstone, take the THAMESLINK train from Dartford station to Chatham station. Next, take the 101 bus from Chatham Railway Station, Chatham station to St Faith's Street, Maidstone station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Dartford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

91min
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - 101101
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Dartford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dartford
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chatham
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chatham Railway Station, Chatham
    ID C
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Maidstone
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Faith's Street, Maidstone
    ID Q
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    Wyke Manor Road
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Dartford to Maidstone

The distance between Dartford and Maidstone is approximately 40.73 km, which can typically be travelled in 99 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dartford to Maidstone by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Maidstone – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Dartford to Maidstone

To check the bus and train schedule from Dartford to Maidstone using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dartford) and destination (Maidstone), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Dartford to Maidstone by bus and train via THAMESLINK and 101

To get from Dartford to Maidstone in Maidstone, take the THAMESLINK train from Dartford station to Chatham station. Next, take the 101 bus from Chatham Railway Station, Chatham station to St Faith's Street, Maidstone station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Dartford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

91min
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - 101101
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Dartford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dartford
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chatham
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chatham Railway Station, Chatham
    ID C
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Maidstone
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Faith's Street, Maidstone
    ID Q
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    Wyke Manor Road
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dartford to Maidstone?

    The fastest way takes 99 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dartford to Maidstone?

    The alternative route takes 91 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Bus line 101.

  • Is there a direct train between Dartford and Maidstone?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 39 min.

  • Which train line goes from Dartford to Maidstone?

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from Rainham (Kent) station near Dartford in Dartford to Strood station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Strood station near Maidstone.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dartford to Maidstone by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Dartford and Maidstone by train and bus is about 1 hr 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Dartford to get to Maidstone?

    Get on the THAMESLINK train from the Rainham (Kent) station near Dartford in Dartford.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Dartford and Maidstone?

    Get off the train at the Strood stop, which is closest to Maidstone.

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