How to get to Plymouth from Maidstone

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Compare coach for Maidstone to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £78 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £78, while a train costs an average of £78.

Distance: 342 km

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£78

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£66

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4h 32m

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4h 41m

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The cheapest way to travel from Maidstone to Plymouth is a train with an average price of £78.
The fastest way to travel from Maidstone to Plymouth is by train with an average journey time of 5h 2m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Maidstone and Plymouth.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 9m sooner (4h 32m by train vs 4h 41m by car). Tickets start at around £78 compared to roughly £66 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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FAQs: Maidstone to Plymouth

Travel to Plymouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Maidstone to Plymouth.

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You can travel between Maidstone and Plymouth by coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Maidstone to Plymouth is a train with an average price of £78.
The fastest way to travel from Maidstone to Plymouth is by train with an average journey time of 5h 2m.
The Maidstone to Plymouth distance is approximately 342 km.
The average frequency per day from Maidstone to Plymouth is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Maidstone and Plymouth as scheduled services by coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Maidstone to Plymouth:
  • Trains mostly depart from Maidstone East (MDE) and arrive in Plymouth station (PLY).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Maidstone to Plymouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway to go to Plymouth by train.
Omio customers who travel from Maidstone to Plymouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, Bristol Airport, Exeter, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Plymouth and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Maidstone to Plymouth, you can take a coach.
To fully experience Plymouth's historic sites, waterfront attractions, and vibrant cultural scene, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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