What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Channel Tunnel?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel station. However, there are services departing from The Cannon and arriving at Longport Police Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel?

The distance between Maidstone and Channel Tunnel is 36 miles. The road distance is 31.7 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £12 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Channel Tunnel bus from?

Maidstone to Channel Tunnel bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from The Cannon station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £12 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus and line 17 bus, which costs and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Maidstone to Channel Tunnel bus arrive?

Maidstone to Channel Tunnel bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Channel Tunnel is 32 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel.

Where can I stay near Channel Tunnel?

There are 1177+ hotels available in Channel Tunnel.

Maidstone to Channel Tunnel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 17 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to Ashford InternationalLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 56m
£12–26
Drive 31.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel31.5 mi
37 min
£8–12
Bus, line 17 bus
1. Take the bus from The Cannon to Bus StationX3
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Longport Police Station17
3h 12m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Channel Tunnel31.5 mi
37 min
£140–170

Maidstone to Channel Tunnel by train, bus, and foot

151Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35.8 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Channel Tunnel, England?

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Channel Tunnel via Ashford International, Folkestone Central, Folkestone Central station, and Longport Police Station in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Cannon to Channel Tunnel via Bus Station and Longport Police Station in around 3h 12m.

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