Bristol to Maidstone train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Maidstone

Showing times and prices for 16 Jul

Cheapest price

£62

Average price

£75

Fastest journey

3 h 29 m

Average duration

3 h 30 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

217 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Maidstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol to Maidstone will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Bristol for Maidstone every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Great Western Railway
    9:003h30
    Bristol
    12:30Maidstone
    £621One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    7:303h29
    Bristol
    10:59Maidstone
    £641One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    10:003h30
    Bristol
    13:30Maidstone
    £991One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Bristol to Maidstone train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Maidstone trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway7:30 Bristol
3h29
10:59 Maidstone0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Maidstone

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Trains from Bristol to Maidstone run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 01:27, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 3h 26m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
217 km
Average train duration
2h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
3h 26m
First train
1:27
Last train
21:27
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
4 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol to Maidstone trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Maidstone from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 26m
Cheapest Price
£29
Great Western Railway frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Bristol to Maidstone train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Maidstone by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Maidstone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Maidstone can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £60.
The train journey from Bristol to Maidstone covers a distance of 217 km and takes approximately 3h 26m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Maidstone is 217 km.
The first train from Bristol to Maidstone leaves at 1:27.
The last train from Bristol to Maidstone departs at 21:27.
Trains from Bristol to Maidstone run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Maidstone.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Maidstone.
To travel from Bristol to Maidstone, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Maidstone.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Maidstone is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Maidstone East (MDE).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Maidstone is by train, costing approximately £29.
Booking trains from Bristol to Maidstone in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol to Maidstone offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with scenic stretches through the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of the West Country and South East England.
A day trip from Bristol to Maidstone is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 26m. Trains run 6 times per day.
To fully explore Maidstone and its attractions, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Maidstone.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Maidstone

Most Bristol to Maidstone trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Maidstone East station pair, with some services arriving at Maidstone Barracks. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Maidstone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Maidstone
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services

Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.

Lawrence HillLawrence Hill station, Church Hill, Lawrence Hill, Bristol, City of, BS5 9JJParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Lawrence Hill from Bristol city centre

Lawrence Hill is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainAvonmouth - Bristol Temple Meads, Severn Beach - Bristol Temple Meads, Severn Beach - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Exeter St Davids, Severn Beach - Salisbury, Clifton Down - Bristol Temple Meads, Avonmouth - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Frome · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus6, 7 · 9m · £4 · every ~30 min
41, 6, 7, 18 · 11m · £4 · every ~50 min

Lawrence Hill train station facilities and services

Lawrence Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Lawrence Hill.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lawrence Hill: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Lawrence Hill: Bike Parking.

Bristol, AirportLulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom+44 371 334 4444WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre

Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

BusFal · 19m · £10 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · £4 · every ~30 min

Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services

Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.

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