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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Canterbury East is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Canterbury East is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Canterbury East?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from King Street and arriving at Canterbury East station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Canterbury East?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Canterbury East. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Canterbury West via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Canterbury East?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Canterbury East?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Canterbury East is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Maidstone to Canterbury East bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Canterbury East train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Canterbury East?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Canterbury East is 29 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Maidstone to Canterbury East.

Where can I stay near Canterbury East?

There are 2293+ hotels available in Canterbury East.

Can I share a ride from Maidstone to Canterbury East?

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

Maidstone to Canterbury East - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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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 23m
£17–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Canterbury East stationbus X3
1h 43m
£3
Drive 28.8 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Canterbury Eastcar 28.8 mi
33 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Canterbury Easttaxi 28.8 mi
33 min
£120–160
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Maidstone to Canterburyrideshare 28.1 mi
1h 2m
£4

Maidstone to Canterbury East by bus and foot

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1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 34.3 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Canterbury East via Ashford International and Canterbury West in around 1h 23m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from King Street to Canterbury East station hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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