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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Dover to Maidstone. Traveling by coach from Dover to Maidstone usually takes around 3 hours, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in just one hour and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 36 mi (57 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £9.58 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Dover to Maidstone?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Dover to Maidstone. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 3 | 3h 23m | £11.86 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 3 hours to cover the 36 miles from Dover to Maidstone. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 25 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Maidstone. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 11:00. To see the times for all coaches from Dover to Maidstone, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Dover?
Main departure station: Town Centre
Most coaches depart from the main station in Dover.
All coach stations in Dover:
Town Centre
Where does the coach arrive in Maidstone?
Main arrival station: 62 King St
All coaches from Dover arrive at one main station in Maidstone.
Coach stations in Maidstone:
62 King St
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