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

From Maidstone to Plumstead by bus and train

To get from Maidstone to Plumstead in London, take the 101 bus from The Cannon, Maidstone station to Chatham Railway Station, Chatham station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from Chatham station to Plumstead station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min.

90min
Bus - 101101
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from The Cannon, Maidstone
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Maidstone
  • 2
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Gillingham
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chatham Railway Station, Chatham
    ID B
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chatham
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Luton
  • 6
    Ride to train station Plumstead
    Ride to train station
    Plumstead
    51 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Maidstone to Plumstead by train

To get from Maidstone to Plumstead in London, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Maidstone East station to London Bridge station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from London Bridge station to Plumstead station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min.

100min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from Maidstone East
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Maidstone East
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    53 min
  • 4
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 5
    Ride to train station Plumstead
    Ride to train station
    Plumstead
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Maidstone to Plumstead
The distance between Maidstone, London and Plumstead, London is approximately 31.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 90 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Maidstone to Plumstead by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Maidstone

Maidstone is located at Maidstone, London and the nearest public transport station is The Cannon, Maidstone.

Bus stations close to Maidstone:

  • The Cannon, Maidstone
  • Royal Star Arcade, Maidstone
  • Pudding Lane, Maidstone
Public transport stations close to Plumstead, London

Plumstead is located at Plumstead, London and the nearest public transport station is Plumstead Station (C).

Train stations close to Plumstead:

  • Plumstead
  • Woolwich
  • Woolwich Arsenal

Bus stations close to Plumstead:

  • Plumstead Station (C)
  • Plumstead Bus Garage (A)
  • Orchard Road / Griffin Road (WU)

River Bus stations close to Plumstead:

  • Woolwich Arsenal Pier

DLR stations close to Plumstead:

  • Woolwich Arsenal
Related Routes

From Maidstone to Plumstead by train

To get from Maidstone to Plumstead in London, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Maidstone East station to London Bridge station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from London Bridge station to Plumstead station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min.

100min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from Maidstone East
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Maidstone East
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    53 min
  • 4
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 5
    Ride to train station Plumstead
    Ride to train station
    Plumstead
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 90 minutes, using Bus line 101, Bus line THAMESLINK.

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

    The alternative route takes 100 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Plumstead in London?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Maidstone to Plumstead in London?

    The 101 bus line goes from Gillingham station near Maidstone to Chatham Railway Station, Chatham station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chatham Railway Station, Chatham station near Plumstead in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Maidstone to Plumstead in London by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Maidstone and Plumstead in London by bus and train is about 1 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Maidstone to get to Plumstead in London?

    Get on the 101 bus from the Gillingham stop near Maidstone in London.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Maidstone and Plumstead in London?

    Get off the bus at the Chatham Railway Station, Chatham station, which is closest to Plumstead in London.

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