The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ashford to Maidstone
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ashford to Maidstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Ashford for Maidstone every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 28 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ashford to Maidstone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ashford to Maidstone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 28 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ashford to Maidstone bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ashford to Maidstone coaches for today, Monday 16 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:58 Ashford | 0h50 | 06:48 Maidstone | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:53 Ashford | 1h18 | 08:11 Maidstone | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:16 Ashford | 1h01 | 10:17 Maidstone | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:31 Ashford | 1h01 | 11:32 Maidstone | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:46 Ashford | 1h01 | 12:47 Maidstone | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ashford to Maidstone
Buses from Ashford to Maidstone run on average 4 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:16, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 28 km distance in 57m.
Distance 28 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 57m |
First bus 00:16 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: Stagecoach South East from Ashford to MaidstoneYou can travel by bus between Ashford to Maidstone with Stagecoach South East for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ashford to Maidstone coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashford to Maidstone by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Maidstone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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