Colchester to Maidstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

46.1 miles 74.2 km · straight line
74.2 miles actual route 119.4 km · driving distance
1h 29min estimated drive time
£11 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
201° SSW bearing direction

How far is Colchester from Maidstone?

The distance from Colchester to Maidstone is 46.1 miles (74.2 km) as the crow flies. Maidstone is located SSW of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 74.2 miles, taking about 1h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Colchester 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 Colchester to Maidstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 29min £11 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 47min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Colchester & Maidstone

Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m 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 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 540.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM