Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

West Malling travel guide

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You're Going to Love West Malling

With a population of 2,266, West Malling is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in West Malling to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in West Malling

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Swan West Malling (35 Swan Street) and The Farm House (97-99 High Street) are great picks.

When to visit West Malling

West Malling in May
Estimated hotel price
£50
1 night at 3-star hotel
West Malling in May
Estimated hotel price
£50
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to West Malling

Plane

Although West Malling doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 27 miles from West Malling. The shortest domestic flight to West Malling departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving West Malling, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from West Malling to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 1.5 miles from the city centre, West Malling East Malling, Kent is the busiest station in West Malling. Another popular train station is West Malling, located 0.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to West Malling is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 27 miles from West Malling. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to West Malling, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to West Malling takes 95 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

Although West Malling doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 27 miles from West Malling. The shortest domestic flight to West Malling departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving West Malling, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from West Malling to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 1.5 miles from the city centre, West Malling East Malling, Kent is the busiest station in West Malling. Another popular train station is West Malling, located 0.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to West Malling is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 27 miles from West Malling. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to West Malling, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to West Malling takes 95 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near West Malling

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving West Malling

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of West Malling

Most booked hotels in West Malling

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The King and Queen
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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Travelodge Maidstone Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£52+
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Orida Maidstone
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£72+
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Who'd A Thought It
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£78+
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The Farm House
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£108+
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Village Hotel Maidstone
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£74+
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Hiring a car in West Malling

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in West Malling (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in West Malling is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in West Malling (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in West Malling is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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