Maidstone to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Maidstone to London

Showing times and prices for 09 Nov

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£14

Fastest journey

1 h 37 m

Average duration

1 h 37 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

52 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Maidstone to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Maidstone to London will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

To travel from Maidstone to London you need to make at least one change.

SoutheasternSE977600 · P14520
08:341h37
Maidstone West (MDW)
10:11London Bridge (LBG)
£131One-way
1 change
SoutheasternSE078700 · P14207
08:311h37
Maidstone Barracks (MDB)
10:08London St Pancras International (STP)
£161One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Maidstone to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £12.

Distance: 52 km

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Train

£20

Average Price

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 6m

Average total duration

1h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Southeastern

Most popular train company

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Live departures

Maidstone to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Maidstone to London coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 19:52
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
southeasternSE078700 · P14207
On time
08:31 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)
1h37
10:08 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
southeasternSE977600 · P14520
On time
08:34 Maidstone West (MDW)
1h37
10:11 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Maidstone to London

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Buses from Maidstone to London run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 52 km distance in 1h 47m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £8
Distance
52 km
Average bus duration
1h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
1h 47m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £8

Bus providers: National Express from Maidstone to LondonYou can travel by bus between Maidstone to London with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
£8
National Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Maidstone to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone to London by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Maidstone to London can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Maidstone to London is £29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Maidstone to London coach travel time is 1 h 44 min   for the 32 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Maidstone to London leaves at 01: 27. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Maidstone to London leaves at 07: 40.
There are 5 coaches a day from Maidstone to London which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Maidstone to London you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Maidstone to London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Maidstone, King Street, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 31.1 miles (50.1 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to London from Maidstone is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 44 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Maidstone to London by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel between Maidstone and London 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Maidstone to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Maidstone to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Maidstone to London.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Maidstone to London, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Maidstone to London.
    No, luggage for the coach from Maidstone to London needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Maidstone to London.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Maidstone to London.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Maidstone to London.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Maidstone to London.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Maidstone and London

    Maidstone
    London
    London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Buckingham Palace Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
    • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express

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