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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Maidstone to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Maidstone to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Maidstone for Canterbury 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 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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 coach and train for Maidstone to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone to Canterbury 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 coach which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 39 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Maidstone to Canterbury
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Buses from Maidstone to Canterbury run on average 1 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 39 km distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 39 km |
Average bus duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 11m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South East from Maidstone to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between Maidstone to Canterbury 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
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Stagecoach South East
FAQs: Maidstone to Canterbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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