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

From Rochester to Maidstone by bus and train

To get from Rochester to Maidstone in Maidstone, take the THAMESLINK train from Rochester 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 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Rochester may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

46min
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - 101101
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Rochester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rochester
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chatham
    3 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
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    Wyke Manor Road
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Rochester to Maidstone by bus and train via SOUTHEASTERN and 101

To get from Rochester to Maidstone in Maidstone, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Rochester 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 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Rochester may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

44min
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 101101
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Rochester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rochester
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Gillingham (Kent)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chatham
    3 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
    28 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 Rochester to Maidstone

The distance between Rochester and Maidstone is approximately 14.47 km, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rochester 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 Rochester to Maidstone

To check the bus and train schedule from Rochester to Maidstone using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rochester) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Rochester to Maidstone by bus and train via SOUTHEASTERN and 101

To get from Rochester to Maidstone in Maidstone, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Rochester 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 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Rochester may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

44min
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 101101
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Rochester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rochester
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Gillingham (Kent)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chatham
    3 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
    28 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 Rochester to Maidstone?

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Bus line 101.

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

    The alternative route takes 44 minutes, using Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line 101.

  • Is there a direct train between Rochester and Maidstone?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rochester to Maidstone?

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

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

    The total travel time between Rochester and Maidstone by train and bus is about 46 min.

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

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

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

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

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