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The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Maidstone
Showing times and prices for 15 Jan
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£125
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
415 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Maidstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Maidstone will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Durham for Maidstone every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 415 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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.
07:424h48
Durham12:30Maidstone
£1151One-way
0 changes
03:555h04
Durham08:59Maidstone
£1341One-way
0 changes
07:424h48
Durham12:30Maidstone
£1151One-way
0 changes
03:555h04
Durham08:59Maidstone
£1341One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Durham to Maidstone train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Maidstone trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 13:18
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:55 Durham | 5h04 | 08:59 Maidstone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:42 Durham | 4h48 | 12:30 Maidstone | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Maidstone
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Trains from Durham to Maidstone run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £115 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:27, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 415 km distance in 4h 32m.
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 415 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £115 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 01:27 |
Last train 20:30 |
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
FAQs: Durham to Maidstone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Durham to Maidstone can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £115, while the average price tends to be around £122.
The train journey from Durham to Maidstone covers a distance of 415 km and takes approximately 4h 32m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Durham to Maidstone is 415 km.
The first train from Durham to Maidstone leaves at 1:27.
The last train from Durham to Maidstone departs at 20:30.
Trains from Durham to Maidstone run approximately 6 times per day.
To travel from Durham to Maidstone, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Durham to Maidstone.
The train station in Durham that goes to Maidstone is Durham station (DHM), and it arrives at Maidstone East (MDE).
The cheapest way to get from Durham to Maidstone is by train, costing approximately £115.
Booking trains from Durham 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 Durham to Maidstone offers a variety of scenic landscapes, including the rolling hills of County Durham and the picturesque countryside of Kent. Passengers can enjoy views of charming villages, expansive fields, and historic landmarks along the route.
A day trip from Durham to Maidstone is not feasible due to the travel duration of 4h 32m. There are 6 trains available per day for this 415 km journey.
To fully explore Maidstone and its attractions, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Durham to Maidstone.
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Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Maidstone
Durham
Maidstone
The major train station for departures in Durham is Durham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Durham for your trip from Durham to Maidstone.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Durham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
The major train station for arrivals in Maidstone is Maidstone East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Maidstone East for your journey to Maidstone from Durham.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Rooms on the platforms only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and Platform 2/3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Maidstone East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access.Steps to all platforms down from main road.Interchange between platforms via steps up to road bridge. Unstaffed station. There are no station staff but there are staff to assist on the trains.
- 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: On platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Maidstone Barracks
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Maidstone West: Opposite the station entrance on Buckland Hill. Towards Strood: Outside the station, on Buckland Hill.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Station Approach.
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Maidstone
- Travelodge Maidstone Central
- The Townhouse Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and access to platforms
Public transport options for Maidstone West
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Train: Southeastern services
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