What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury Cathedral and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Royal Star Arcade. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury Cathedral and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Maidstone East via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone?

The distance between Canterbury Cathedral and Maidstone is 34 miles. The road distance is 29.3 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone bus from?

Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone train from?

Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone bus arrive?

Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Royal Star Arcade station.

Where does the Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone train arrive?

Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone is 29 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone?

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Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Ashford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Maidstone Easttrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
1h 17m
£17–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
1h 54m
£3
Drive 29.1 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstonecar 29.1 mi
35 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstonetaxi 29.1 mi
35 min
£130–160

Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone by foot and train

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Distance: 33.9 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Canterbury Cathedral, England and Maidstone, England?

You can take a vehicle from Canterbury Cathedral to Maidstone East via Canterbury West and Ashford International in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcade hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 46m.

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