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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 Station719:2519:5520:25and more719:2719:4719:50and more
Mitre Court719:5020:2020:50and more719:2119:5119:53and more
Pizien Well Road719:3720:0920:39and more719:3319:3420:33and more
Chequers Bus Station719:3219:3919:58and more720:1021:1022:10and 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.