What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Thanet District?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Thanet District is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone to Thanet District?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Thanet District is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Thanet District?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Thanet District. However, there are services departing from The Cannon and arriving at Netherhale Farm via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Thanet District?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Thanet District. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Minster via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Thanet District?

The distance between Maidstone and Thanet District is 38 miles. The road distance is 39.4 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone to Thanet District without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Thanet District without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Maidstone to Thanet District?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Maidstone to Thanet District, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Thanet District bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Thanet District train from?

Maidstone to Thanet District train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Thanet District?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Thanet District is to bus and line 8 bus which takes 2h 20m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Maidstone to Thanet District bus arrive?

Maidstone to Thanet District bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Maidstone to Thanet District train arrive?

Maidstone to Thanet District train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Thanet District?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Thanet District is 39 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Maidstone to Thanet District.

How do I get a train ticket from Maidstone to Thanet District?

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Where can I stay near Thanet District?

There are 1559+ hotels available in Thanet District.

Maidstone to Thanet District - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 8 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone to Thanet District by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from King Street to Railway StationX3
2. Take the train from Sittingbourne to Birchington-on-SeaSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 30m
Drive 39.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Thanet District39.2 mi
44 min
£10–15
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from The Cannon to Bus StationX3
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Netherhale Farm8A / ...
2h 20m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Thanet District39.2 mi
44 min
£170–210
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to Ashford InternationalLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to MinsterLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
1h 57m
£19–35

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 37.4 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Thanet District, England?

You can take a bus from The Cannon to Netherhale Farm via Bus Station in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maidstone East to Minster via Ashford International in around 1h 57m.

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