How to get from Dover to Maidstone by bus and train?

From Dover to Maidstone by bus and train

To get from Dover to Maidstone you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the D bus from Market Square, Dover station to Dover Priory Railway Station, Dover station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Ashford International station to Maidstone East station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The bus and train schedule from Dover may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

92min
Walk to bus station
Bus - DD
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Market Square, Dover

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Market Square, Dover
    ID H
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - DD
    Wait for bus
    D
    Dover
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dover Priory Railway Station, Dover
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dover Priory
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ashford International
    30 min
  • 7
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Victoria
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Maidstone East
    30 min
  • 9
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    Wyke Manor Road
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Dover to Maidstone by train

To get from Dover to Maidstone in Maidstone, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Dover Priory station to Ashford International station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Ashford International station to Maidstone East station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Dover may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

81min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Dover Priory

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dover Priory
    710 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ashford International
    30 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Victoria
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Maidstone East
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    Wyke Manor Road
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Dover to Maidstone

The distance between Dover and Maidstone is approximately 66.19 km, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dover to Maidstone by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Maidstone – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Dover to Maidstone

To check the bus and train schedule from Dover to Maidstone using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dover) and destination (Maidstone), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Dover to Maidstone by train

To get from Dover to Maidstone in Maidstone, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Dover Priory station to Ashford International station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Ashford International station to Maidstone East station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Dover may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Maidstone on the Moovit app.

81min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Dover Priory

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dover Priory
    710 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ashford International
    30 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Victoria
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Maidstone East
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    Wyke Manor Road
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Maidstone?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Bus line D, Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Train line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dover to Maidstone?

    The alternative route takes 81 minutes, using Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Train line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dover and Maidstone?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dover to Maidstone?

    The D bus line goes from Market Square, Dover station near Dover in Dover to Dover station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Dover station near Maidstone.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dover to Maidstone by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Dover and Maidstone by bus and train is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dover to get to Maidstone?

    Get on the D bus from the Market Square, Dover stop near Dover in Dover.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dover and Maidstone?

    Get off the bus at the Dover station, which is closest to Maidstone.

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