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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury East to Maidstone is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury East to Maidstone is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury East and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canterbury East station station and arriving at Royal Star Arcade. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury East and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury East 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 23m.

How far is it from Canterbury East to Maidstone?

The distance between Canterbury East and Maidstone is 34 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury East to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Canterbury East to Maidstone, including transfers.

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

Canterbury East to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Canterbury East station.

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

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

Train or bus from Canterbury East to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Canterbury East to Maidstone is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Canterbury East to Maidstone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canterbury East to Maidstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury East to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury East to Maidstone is 28 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Canterbury East to Maidstone.

Where can I stay near Maidstone?

There are 1167+ hotels available in Maidstone.

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There are 4 ways to get from Canterbury East 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 23m
£16–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canterbury East station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
1h 44m
£3
Drive 28.2 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury East to Maidstonecar 28.2 mi
32 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury East to Maidstonetaxi 28.2 mi
32 min
£120–150

Canterbury East to Maidstone by bus

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Distance: 34.3 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

You can take a vehicle from Canterbury East to Maidstone East via Canterbury West and Ashford International in around 1h 23m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Canterbury East station to Royal Star Arcade hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 44m.

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