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Canterbury to Maidstone bus with National Express

Fri 30 Jan
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to Maidstone

Showing times and prices for 31 Jan

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£-0.01

Fastest journey

1 h 37 m

Average duration

1 h 37 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury to Maidstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Canterbury 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 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 37 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.

Stagecoach South East
06:351h37
Canterbury
08:12Maidstone
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Stagecoach South East
07:351h37
Canterbury
09:12Maidstone
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Stagecoach South East
08:351h37
Canterbury
10:12Maidstone
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Stagecoach South East
09:351h37
Canterbury
11:12Maidstone
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Stagecoach South East
10:351h37
Canterbury
12:12Maidstone
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Live departures

Canterbury to Maidstone bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Maidstone coaches for today, Friday 30 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 00:58
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Stagecoach South East06:04 Canterbury
1h55
07:59 Maidstone0 changesdirect
Stagecoach South East07:05 Canterbury
1h43
08:48 Maidstone0 changesdirect
Stagecoach South East08:25 Canterbury
1h43
10:08 Maidstone0 changesdirect
Stagecoach South East09:35 Canterbury
1h37
11:12 Maidstone0 changesdirect
Stagecoach South East10:35 Canterbury
1h37
12:12 Maidstone0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Maidstone

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Take a bus from Canterbury to Maidstone and enjoy the approximately 39 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 39 km distance in 1h 33m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £6
Distance
39 km
Average bus duration
40m
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
1h 33m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £6

Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South East from Canterbury to MaidstoneYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Maidstone with National Express, Stagecoach South East for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Stagecoach South East

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Stagecoach South East frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Canterbury to Maidstone coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.

FAQs
The average journey time by coach from Canterbury to Maidstone is 1h 33m to travel the 39 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Canterbury to Maidstone leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Canterbury to Maidstone leaves at 23:45.
There are 4 coaches a day from Canterbury to Maidstone which require at least one change with National Express, Stagecoach South East. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Canterbury to Maidstone, you can count on National Express, Stagecoach South East for the best way to get you to Maidstone. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Canterbury and Maidstone and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Maidstone from Canterbury is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 33m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Maidstone is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and Maidstone including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Canterbury to Maidstone:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Maidstone for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Canterbury to Maidstone depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Canterbury to Maidstone.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury to Maidstone:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury to Maidstone:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to Maidstone.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Canterbury to Maidstone with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to Maidstone with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Canterbury to Maidstone with the following coach company: National Express.

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