Banbury to Maidstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.8 miles 155.8 km · straight line
121 miles estimated 194.8 km · driving distance
2h 26min estimated drive time
£18 - £23 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
124° SE bearing direction

How far is Banbury from Maidstone?

The distance from Banbury to Maidstone is 96.8 miles (155.8 km) as the crow flies. Maidstone is located SE of Banbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 121 miles, taking about 2h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Banbury and Maidstone. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Banbury to Maidstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 26min £18 - £23 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 55min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 19min $15–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Banbury & Maidstone

Quick Facts

Banbury
52.06°N, 1.34°W
Europe/London
100m elevation
Maidstone
51.27°N, 0.52°E
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 257.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients