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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidstone to Canterbury
Cheapest price
12₫
Average price
12₫
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidstone to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidstone to Canterbury will cost around 12₫ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 12₫.
To travel from Maidstone to Canterbury you need to make at least one change.
P88671 · P856368:31 AM1h06Maidstone East (MDE)9:37 AMCanterbury West (CBW)12 ₫1One-way1 change- P88677 · P890069:01 AM1h21Maidstone East (MDE)10:22 AMCanterbury West (CBW)12 ₫1One-way1 change
- P88686 · P8901210:01 AM1h18Maidstone East (MDE)11:19 AMCanterbury West (CBW)12 ₫1One-way1 change
- P88668 · P890008:01 AM1h22Maidstone East (MDE)9:23 AMCanterbury West (CBW)12 ₫1One-way1 change
- P88680 · P856439:31 AM1h03Maidstone East (MDE)10:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)12 ₫1One-way1 change
- P88680 · P856439:31 AM1h03Maidstone East (MDE)10:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)12 ₫1One-way1 change
- P88689 · P8565310:29 AM1h05Maidstone East (MDE)11:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)12 ₫1One-way1 change
- P88671 · P856368:31 AM1h06Maidstone East (MDE)9:37 AMCanterbury West (CBW)12 ₫1One-way1 change
- P88686 · P8901210:01 AM1h18Maidstone East (MDE)11:19 AMCanterbury West (CBW)12 ₫1One-way1 change
- P88677 · P890069:01 AM1h21Maidstone East (MDE)10:22 AMCanterbury West (CBW)12 ₫1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from 9₫. 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 coach costs an average of 9₫, and a train costs an average of 9₫.
Distance: 39 km
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Live departures
Maidstone to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Maidstone to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| P88668 · P89000 | 8:01 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h22 | 9:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| P88671 · P85636 | 8:31 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h06 | 9:37 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| P88677 · P89006 | 9:01 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h21 | 10:22 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| P88680 · P85643 | 9:31 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h03 | 10:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| P88686 · P89012 | 10:01 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h18 | 11:19 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| P88689 · P85653 | 10:29 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h05 | 11:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidstone to Canterbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Maidstone to Canterbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 9₫ if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 46m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price 9₫ |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Southeastern from Maidstone to Canterbury trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Maidstone and Canterbury from 9₫. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Maidstone to Canterbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone to Canterbury by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Maidstone and Canterbury
Most Maidstone to Canterbury trains use the Maidstone East to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Maidstone and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Maidstone station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
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.
Getting to Maidstone West from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone West train station facilities and services
Maidstone West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone West.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone West. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Maidstone West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Maidstone, Travelodge Maidstone Central, The Townhouse Hotel.
Getting to Maidstone Barracks from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone Barracks is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone Barracks train station facilities and services
Maidstone Barracks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone Barracks.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone Barracks: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone Barracks: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone Barracks: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access.Steps to all platforms down from main road.Interchange between platforms via steps up to road bridge. Unstaffed station. There are no station staff but there are staff to assist on the trains, 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: On platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Maidstone arrive at?
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 Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury 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 Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: 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: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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