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71

Maidstone – Snodland

via Aylesford, Larkfield

Arriva Kent & Surrey First 05:54 Last 22:05Every day

Route 71 runs between Maidstone and Snodland via Aylesford, Larkfield. 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 Station7117:4117:4618:33and more7117:4118:1018:33and more
Jerome Road7117:2118:0218:07and more7117:4218:0818:13and more
TA Centre7117:3317:3618:16and more7117:3117:5818:03and more
Chequers Bus Station7117:2717:5718:00and more7117:3517:4018:05and more

Route stops

All stops on the route towards Chequers Bus Station

StopApprox. time
  1. 1Railway Station · Snodland06:55
  2. 2Co-op · Snodland06:58
  3. 3Clock Tower · Snodland06:59
  4. 4Snodland Bypass · Holborough07:00
  5. 5Manley Boulevard · Holborough07:01
  6. 6Higham Avenue · Holborough07:02
  7. 7Wickham Road · Holborough07:03
  8. 8Townsend Road · Snodland07:06

Frequently asked questions about the 71

What time is the first and last 71 bus?
The first 71 of the day departs at 05:54 and the last one departs at 22:05. 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 71 bus run at weekends?
Yes. The 71 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 71 bus take?
A full end-to-end journey on the 71 takes about 52 minutes between Maidstone and Snodland, running via Aylesford and Larkfield. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
Who operates the 71 bus?
The 71 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.