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

From Eastbourne to Maidstone by bus and train

To get from Eastbourne to Maidstone you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MILDMAY LINE train from Eastbourne station to St Leonards Warrior Square station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the 7 bus from Quarry Hill Parade, Tonbridge station to The Cannon, Maidstone station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The bus and train schedule from Eastbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

169min
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 77
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Eastbourne

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Eastbourne
  • 2
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    Hastings
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Leonards Warrior Square
    28 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Tonbridge
    61 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Quarry Hill Parade, Tonbridge
    ID I
    90 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Maidstone
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Cannon, Maidstone
    ID T
    49 min
  • 9
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    Wyke Manor Road
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Eastbourne to Maidstone by bus and train via MILDMAY LINE, SOUTHEASTERN and 12

To get from Eastbourne to Maidstone you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MILDMAY LINE train from Eastbourne station to Ashford International station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the 12 bus from Railway Station, Headcorn station to Royal Star Arcade, Maidstone station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 38 min. The bus and train schedule from Eastbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

158min
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 1212
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Eastbourne

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Eastbourne
  • 2
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    Ashford International
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ashford International
    80 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Headcorn
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station, Headcorn
    20 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Maidstone
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal Star Arcade, Maidstone
    ID M2
    37 min
  • 9
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    Wyke Manor Road
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Eastbourne to Maidstone

The distance between Eastbourne and Maidstone is approximately 100.86 km, which can typically be travelled in 169 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne to Maidstone

To check the bus and train schedule from Eastbourne to Maidstone using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Eastbourne) 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 Eastbourne to Maidstone by bus and train via MILDMAY LINE, SOUTHEASTERN and 12

To get from Eastbourne to Maidstone you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MILDMAY LINE train from Eastbourne station to Ashford International station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the 12 bus from Railway Station, Headcorn station to Royal Star Arcade, Maidstone station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 38 min. The bus and train schedule from Eastbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

158min
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 1212
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Eastbourne

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Eastbourne
  • 2
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    Ashford International
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ashford International
    80 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Headcorn
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station, Headcorn
    20 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Maidstone
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal Star Arcade, Maidstone
    ID M2
    37 min
  • 9
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    Wyke Manor Road
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 169 minutes, using Train line MILDMAY LINE, Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line 7.

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

    The alternative route takes 158 minutes, using Train line MILDMAY LINE, Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Maidstone?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Eastbourne to Maidstone?

    The MILDMAY LINE train line goes from Hastings station near Eastbourne in Eastbourne to St Leonards Warrior Square station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till St Leonards Warrior Square station near Maidstone.

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

    The total travel time between Eastbourne and Maidstone by train and bus is about 2 hr 49 min.

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

    Get on the MILDMAY LINE train from the Hastings station near Eastbourne in Eastbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the St Leonards Warrior Square stop, which is closest to Maidstone.

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