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How to get from Maidstone to Plumstead by train?

By train

To get from Maidstone to Plumstead in London, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Maidstone West station to Strood station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from Strood station to Plumstead station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min.

97min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from Maidstone West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Maidstone West
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Strood
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Strood
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Kentish Town
  • 5
    Ride to train station Plumstead
    Ride to train station
    Plumstead
    44 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus and train

To get from Maidstone to Plumstead in London, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Maidstone East station to St Mary Cray station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 51 bus and finally take the 96 bus from Upper Wickham Lane / Coton Road (M) station to Plumstead Road / Plumstead Station (WL) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 min.

127min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 5151
Bus - 9696
Walk to Plumstead
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 Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Mary Cray
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Mary Craystation Approach (SC)
    ID SC
    450 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Woolwich
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bellegrove Road / Churchfield Road (P)
    ID P
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Upper Wickham Lane / Coton Road (M)
    ID M
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Woolwich
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plumstead Road / Plumstead Station (WL)
    ID WL
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Plumstead
    Walk to
    Plumstead
    70 yd • 1 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 32.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 97 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Maidstone to Plumstead by 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 Bus Garage (A).

Train stations close to Plumstead:

  • Plumstead
  • Woolwich
  • Woolwich Arsenal

Bus stations close to Plumstead:

  • Plumstead Bus Garage (A)
  • Plumstead Road / Plumstead Station (WL)
  • Plumstead Road / Plumstead Station (WM)

River Bus stations close to Plumstead:

  • Woolwich Arsenal Pier

DLR stations close to Plumstead:

  • Woolwich Arsenal

By bus and train

To get from Maidstone to Plumstead in London, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Maidstone East station to St Mary Cray station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 51 bus and finally take the 96 bus from Upper Wickham Lane / Coton Road (M) station to Plumstead Road / Plumstead Station (WL) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 min.

127min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 5151
Bus - 9696
Walk to Plumstead
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 Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Mary Cray
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Mary Craystation Approach (SC)
    ID SC
    450 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Woolwich
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bellegrove Road / Churchfield Road (P)
    ID P
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Upper Wickham Lane / Coton Road (M)
    ID M
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Woolwich
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plumstead Road / Plumstead Station (WL)
    ID WL
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Plumstead
    Walk to
    Plumstead
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 97 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line THAMESLINK.

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

    The alternative route takes 127 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line 51, Bus line 96.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 37 min.

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

    The SOUTHEASTERN train line goes from Maidstone West station near Maidstone to Strood station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Strood station near Plumstead in London

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

    The total travel time between Maidstone and Plumstead in London by train is about 1 hr 37 min.

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

    Get on the SOUTHEASTERN train from the Maidstone West station near Maidstone in London.

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

    Get off the train at the Strood station, which is closest to Plumstead in London.

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