What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Maidstone?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Maidstone is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Maidstone?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Maidstone is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Maidstone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Maidstone East. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Folkestone to Maidstone?

The distance between Folkestone and Maidstone is 33 miles. The road distance is 33.9 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Maidstone without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £7 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Maidstone?

The train from Folkestone Central to Maidstone East takes 54 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Maidstone train from?

Folkestone to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Maidstone is to train which takes 54 min and costs £7 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 510 bus, which costs and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Folkestone to Maidstone train arrive?

Folkestone to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Maidstone East station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Maidstone is 34 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Folkestone to Maidstone.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Maidstone?

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Where can I stay near Maidstone?

There are 1079+ hotels available in Maidstone.

Folkestone to Maidstone - 6 ways to travel via train, line 510 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Folkestone to Maidstone by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Maidstone Easttrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
54 min
£7–24
Line 510 bus
1. Take the bus from Ashford International station to Royal Star Arcadebus 510
2h 7m
Drive 33.7 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Maidstonecar 33.7 mi
39 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Maidstonetaxi 33.7 mi
39 min
£150–180
Train via Ashford International
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ashford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Maidstone Easttrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
1h 9m
£13–26
Train, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Headcorntrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Hayle Roadbus 12
1h 25m
£9–15

Folkestone to Maidstone by train

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Distance: 32.9 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Maidstone, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to Maidstone East 5 times a week. Tickets cost £7–24 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Ashford International station to Royal Star Arcade hourly, and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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