The average train between Maidstone and Canterbury takes 57 min and the fastest train takes 56 min. There is at least one train per day from Maidstone to Canterbury. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run once daily between Maidstone and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 6:01 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 6:57 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 57 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maidstone station and arriving at Canterbury station. Services depart once daily, and operate 6 times a week. The journey takes approximately 57 min.
Maidstone to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.
Maidstone to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Canterbury West station.
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The distance between Maidstone and Canterbury is 39.2 km. The road distance is 53 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Maidstone East to Canterbury West once daily. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 45 min.