What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury West Station and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queens Avenue and arriving at Royal Star Arcade. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury West Station and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Maidstone East. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone?

The distance between Canterbury West Station and Maidstone is 33 miles. The road distance is 28.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone?

The train from Canterbury West to Maidstone East takes 54 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Canterbury West Station to Maidstone bus from?

Canterbury West Station to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Queens Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury West Station to Maidstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone is to train which takes 54 min and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Canterbury West Station to Maidstone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canterbury West Station to Maidstone train arrive?

Canterbury West Station to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Maidstone East station.

Can I drive from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury West Station to Maidstone is 28 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Canterbury West Station to Maidstone by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Maidstone Easttrain Minster - London Victoria
54 min
£17–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queens Avenue to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
1h 52m
£3
Drive 27.9 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury West Station to Maidstonecar 27.9 mi
33 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury West Station to Maidstonetaxi 27.9 mi
33 min
£120–150
Train via Ashford International
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 4m
£17–34

Canterbury West Station to Maidstone by train

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Distance: 33.2 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Canterbury West Station, England and Maidstone, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Canterbury West to Maidstone East 5 times a week. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Queens Avenue to Royal Star Arcade hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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