🚌 Bus from Maidstone to East Malling
4 direct routes · about 29 min · first bus 08:30, last bus 17:20 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | Arriva Kent and Surrey | ~29 min | 9 | 08:30 | 17:20 | Chequers Bus Station (Stop H2) |
| 575 | Arriva Kent and Surrey | ~37 min | 1 | 15:28 | 15:28 | Chequers Bus Station (Stop H2) |
| 570 | Nu-Venture | ~37 min | 1 | 15:48 | 15:48 | Chequers Bus Station (Stop H2) |
| 58 | Nu-Venture | ~22 min | 1 | 13:00 | 13:00 | Chequers Bus Station (Stop H1) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Maidstone on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Maidstone to East Malling?
4 routes run directly from Maidstone to East Malling: the 72 (Arriva Kent and Surrey), the 575 (Arriva Kent and Surrey), the 570 (Nu-Venture), the 58 (Nu-Venture).
How long does the bus take from Maidstone to East Malling?
Around 29 minutes on the 72, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Maidstone to East Malling?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 72) leaves around 08:30 and the last around 17:20. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Maidstone to East Malling?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.