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Maidstone Museum
Town museum in a Tudor manor with local history, Japanese decorative arts and changing exhibitions.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charing to Maidstone
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Charing to Maidstone and enjoy the approximately 20 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:35.
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 20 km |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:35 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Charing to Maidstone trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Charing to Maidstone.
The train distance from Charing to Maidstone is 20 km.
The first train from Charing to Maidstone leaves at 0:09.
The last train from Charing to Maidstone departs at 23:35.
Yes, there is a direct train between Charing and Maidstone. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
Train companies: Southeastern from Charing to Maidstone trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Charing and Maidstone. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
21m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£10
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Charing and Maidstone
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Charing to Maidstone.
There is no night train service from Charing to Maidstone.
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Things to do in Maidstone
Discover the best of Maidstone — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Maidstone trip today.
- Recommended
Kent Life Heritage Farm Park
Living history farm museum with historic buildings, rural exhibits and hands-on interpretation of Kent life.
Hazlitt Arts Centre Gallery
Contemporary art gallery in the museum complex, showing rotating exhibitions by regional and national artists.
- Must visit
Mote Park
Large public park with lake, woodland walks, boating and open space close to the town centre.
- Recommended
Brenchley Gardens
Riverside green space linking key sights, ideal for a gentle walk with views of historic buildings and boats.
- Recommended
Millennium River Park
Popular town-centre park with formal gardens, bandstand and seasonal floral displays near the museum.
- Vegetarian
Kentish Huffkins
Kentish huffkins are light bread rolls traditionally served with savoury fillings or fruit preserves, long associated with Kent baking and local tea tables.
- Vegetarian
Gypsy Tart
Gypsy tart is a classic Kent dessert with evaporated milk and dark muscovado sugar, baked in a pastry case and especially linked with school dinners in the county.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Kentish Cobnuts
Kentish cobnut is a fresh cultivated hazelnut from Kent, prized in season for its sweet flavour and long tradition in the county’s orchards and market gardens.
Castle View Restaurant
Contemporary restaurant in Leeds Castle grounds serving modern British dishes in an elegant historic setting popular for special meals.
Mu Mu
Popular pub and dining room serving British classics, grill dishes and Sunday roasts in a smart yet relaxed town-centre setting.
Brenchley
Well-known riverside chain brasserie for steaks, burgers and British comfort food, with broad appeal and a lively casual atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England: accommodation and dining are below London, but rail fares and central hotel prices can still add up for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- >= £2
- Day pass
- >= £101.25
To the city centre
Maidstone East -> Fremlin Walk, Maidstone
- Distance
- 330 m
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Maidstone local bus services are operated by Arriva; buy tickets and check live departures in the Arriva Bus app.
- Maidstone East is about a 5-minute walk from Fremlin Walk in the town centre. Check the operator before travel for current accepted payment methods.
Plan your visit to Maidstone
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Maidstone.
The train journey from Charing to Maidstone offers a scenic experience, passing through the picturesque Kent countryside with views of rolling hills, charming villages, and lush greenery.
FAQs: Charing to Maidstone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charing 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.
Booking trains from Charing to Maidstone in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Charing to Maidstone.
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Important Stations and Airports in Charing and Maidstone
Most Charing to Maidstone trains use the Charing to Maidstone East station pair. Use this guide to compare Charing and Maidstone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Charing
Arrival train stations in Maidstone
Which Charing station do trains to Maidstone leave from?
Trains from Charing to Maidstone leave from Charing. The station is from Charing city centre at Charing station, Station Road, Charing, Kent, TN27 0JA.
CharingCharing station, Station Road, Charing, Kent, TN27 0JA+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Charing from Charing city centre
TrainAshford International - London Charing Cross · 1h 31m · £31
Margate - St Pancras International, Ramsgate - St Pancras International, Dover Priory - St Pancras International, Minster - St Pancras International, Folkestone Central - St Pancras International, Deal - St Pancras International, Canterbury West - St Pancras International, Sandwich - St Pancras International, Faversham - St Pancras International, Ashford International - St Pancras International · 1h 44m · £51 · every ~4 min
Ashford International - London Victoria, Minster - London Victoria, Folkestone Central - London Victoria · 1h 50m · £31 · every ~3 min
Ashford International - London Victoria, Minster - London Victoria, Folkestone Central - London Victoria · 2h 31m · £31 · every ~3 min
Charing train station facilities and services
Charing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Charing.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charing. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charing: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Step only access to platform 1 for services towards London via the footbridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt/ platform 2, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Maidstone station do trains from Charing arrive at?
Trains from Charing to Maidstone arrive at Maidstone East. Maidstone East is 1 km from Maidstone city centre.
Maidstone EastMaidstone East station, Station Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QN+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Maidstone East from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone East is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus150 · 14m
Maidstone East train station facilities and services
Maidstone East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone East: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from the main side entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. Step free access to platform 3, terminal platform, for services towards London. There is step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 200 metres. From the Ticket office the step free access to all platforms is via the station forecourt, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 01:00 Saturday 05:30 - 01:00 Sunday 06:30 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Charing to Maidstone
Check train stations information for Charing and Maidstone, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Charing that goes to Maidstone is Charing, and it arrives at Maidstone East.
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