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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 47m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Canterbury Cathedral?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from King Street and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Canterbury West via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral?

The distance between Maidstone and Canterbury Cathedral is 34 miles. The road distance is 28.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral bus arrive?

Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury Cathedral?

There are 2294+ hotels available in Canterbury Cathedral.

Can I share a ride from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to Ashford Internationaltrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 16m
£17–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Bus Stationbus X3
1h 47m
£3
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Maidstone to Canterburyrideshare 28.1 mi
52 min
£4
Drive 28.7 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedralcar 28.7 mi
34 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedraltaxi 28.7 mi
34 min
£120–160

Maidstone to Canterbury Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 33.9 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Canterbury Cathedral via Ashford International and Canterbury West in around 1h 16m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from King Street to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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