The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE)
- Cheapest price on 04 Nov
- £9
- Average ticket price on 04 Nov
- £17
- Fastest journey on 04 Nov
- 56 m
- Average journey duration on 04 Nov
- 1 h 1 m
- Trains on 04 Nov
- 9
- Distance
- 39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 9 trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
P85651 · P866689:54 1h04 Canterbury West (CBW) 10:58 Maidstone East (MDE) £9 1 One-way 1 change
P90239_P90331 · P866568:33 1h25 Canterbury West (CBW) 9:58 Maidstone East (MDE) £9 1 One-way 1 change
P85648 · P866619:21 1h05 Canterbury West (CBW) 10:26 Maidstone East (MDE) £12 1 One-way 1 change
P85639 · P866488:23 1h02 Canterbury West (CBW) 9:25 Maidstone East (MDE) £14 1 One-way 1 change
P85630 · P866367:19 1h06 Canterbury West (CBW) 8:25 Maidstone East (MDE) £17 1 One-way 1 change
P866246:28 0h56 Canterbury West (CBW) 7:24 Maidstone East (MDE) £26 1 One-way 0 changes
P85623 · P864326:11 0h59 Canterbury West (CBW) 7:10 Maidstone East (MDE) £26 1 One-way 1 change
P85639 · P866488:23 1h02 Canterbury West (CBW) 9:25 Maidstone East (MDE) £14 1 One-way 1 change
P85651 · P866689:54 1h04 Canterbury West (CBW) 10:58 Maidstone East (MDE) £9 1 One-way 1 change
P85648 · P866619:21 1h05 Canterbury West (CBW) 10:26 Maidstone East (MDE) £12 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE)
Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 11:23, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 45m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 11:23 |
Last train 21:23 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE) trip
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Live departures
Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P85623 · P86432 | 6:11 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h59 | 7:10 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1 change | |
P86624 | 6:28 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h56 | 7:24 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0 changesdirect | |
P85627 · P86632 | 6:48 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h09 | 7:57 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1 change | |
P85630 · P86636 | 7:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h06 | 8:25 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1 change | |
P85635 · P86643 | 7:49 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h09 | 8:58 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1 change | |
P85639 · P86648 | 8:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h02 | 9:25 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1 change | |
P90239_P90331 · P86656 | 8:33 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h25 | 9:58 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1 change | |
P85648 · P86661 | 9:21 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h05 | 10:26 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1 change | |
P85651 · P86668 | 9:54 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h04 | 10:58 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury West (CBW) and Maidstone East (MDE)
Most Canterbury West (CBW) to Maidstone East (MDE) trains use the Canterbury West to Maidstone East station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury West (CBW) and Maidstone East (MDE) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Maidstone East from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone East is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone East train station facilities and services
Maidstone East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone East: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from the main side entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. Step free access to platform 3, terminal platform, for services towards London. There is step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 200 metres. From the Ticket office the step free access to all platforms is via the station forecourt, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 01:00 Saturday 05:30 - 01:00 Sunday 06:30 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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