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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Canterbury is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Canterbury is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from King Street and arriving at Queens Avenue. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Canterbury West. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Maidstone to Canterbury?

The distance between Maidstone and Canterbury is 33 miles. The road distance is 29.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £17 - £35.

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

The train from Maidstone East to Canterbury West takes 45 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Canterbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Canterbury is to train which takes 45 min and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Maidstone to Canterbury bus arrive?

Maidstone to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Queens Avenue station.

Where does the Maidstone to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Canterbury is 29 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Maidstone to Canterbury.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Maidstone to Canterbury?

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 2295+ hotels available in Canterbury.

Can I share a ride from Maidstone to Canterbury?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Maidstone and Canterbury. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Maidstone to Canterbury - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Maidstone to Canterbury by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to Canterbury Westtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
45 min
£17–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Queens Avenuebus X3
1h 36m
£3
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Maidstone to Canterburyrideshare 28.1 mi
49 min
£4
Train via Ashford International
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to Ashford Internationaltrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
1h 9m
£17–35
Drive 28.9 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Canterburycar 28.9 mi
34 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Canterburytaxi 28.9 mi
34 min
£120–160

Maidstone to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 33.2 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Maidstone East to Canterbury West once daily. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from King Street to Queens Avenue every 3 hours. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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