Cardiff to Maidstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

160.1 miles 257.6 km · straight line
186.6 miles actual route 300.3 km · driving distance
3h 38min estimated drive time
£28 - £35 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
94° E bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Maidstone?

The distance from Cardiff to Maidstone is 160.1 miles (257.6 km) as the crow flies. Maidstone is located E of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 186.6 miles, taking about 3h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. 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 Cardiff and Maidstone. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cardiff to Maidstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 38min £28 - £35 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 22min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 27min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Maidstone

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m 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 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 155.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM