🚌 Bus from Maidstone to Canterbury
2 direct routes · about 108 min · first bus 07:25, last bus 18:55 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X3 | Stagecoach South East | ~108 min | 12 | 07:25 | 18:55 | Earl Street (Stop V2) |
| N22 | National Express | ~60 min | 1 | 00:50 | 00:50 | King Street (Stop K1) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Maidstone on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Maidstone to Canterbury?
2 routes run directly from Maidstone to Canterbury: the X3 (Stagecoach South East), the N22 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Maidstone to Canterbury?
Around 108 minutes on the X3, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Maidstone to Canterbury?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X3) leaves around 07:25 and the last around 18:55. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Maidstone to Canterbury?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.