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7

Maidstone – Tunbridge Wells

via Mereworth, Tonbridge

Arriva Kent & Surrey First 05:22 Last 23:25Every day

Route 7 runs between Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells via Mereworth, Tonbridge. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.

Quick departures

Live departures from key stops on this route

StopTowards Chequers Bus StationTowards Railway Station
Railway Station706:0206:0806:41and more706:3406:5807:05and more
Cannon Lane706:3006:3606:52and more706:0406:2806:32and more
Old Road706:5006:5607:12and more705:4006:0406:07and more
Chequers Bus Station707:1507:2107:36and more705:2205:4605:53and more

Route stops

All stops on the route towards Railway Station

StopApprox. time
  1. 1Chequers Bus Station · Maidstone05:46
  2. 2Royal Star Arcade · Maidstone05:48
  3. 3The Cannon · Maidstone05:48
  4. 4Maidstone West Railway Station · Maidstone05:49
  5. 5Bower Place · Maidstone05:50
  6. 6Bower Lane · Maidstone05:51
  7. 7St Michael's Church · Maidstone05:52
  8. 8The Poplars · Maidstone05:53

Frequently asked questions about the 7

What time is the first and last 7 bus?
The first 7 of the day departs at 05:22 and the last one departs at 23:25. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
Does the 7 bus run at weekends?
Yes. The 7 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
How long does the 7 bus take?
A full end-to-end journey on the 7 takes about 74 minutes between Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells, running via Mereworth and Tonbridge. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
Who operates the 7 bus?
The 7 is operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.

Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.