Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE)

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£29

Fastest journey

1 h 46 m

Average duration

2 h 13 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

49 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Maidstone East (MDE) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.

Southeastern
05:322h27
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
07:59Maidstone East (MDE)
£291One-way
0 changes
Southeastern
05:062h23
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
07:29Maidstone East (MDE)
£291One-way
0 changes
Southeastern
03:412h20
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
06:01Maidstone East (MDE)
£291One-way
0 changes
Southeastern
07:322h27
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:59Maidstone East (MDE)
£291One-way
0 changes
Southern
05:222h11
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
07:33Maidstone East (MDE)
£291One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:42
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
southeastern03:41 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h20
06:01 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
southeastern05:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h23
07:29 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
thameslink05:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h40
07:59 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
southern05:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h11
07:33 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
southeastern05:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h31
07:59 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE)

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United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
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
49 km
Average train duration
1h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
1h 58m
First train
03:41
Last train
19:59
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: Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) trainsSoutheastern, Southern, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Maidstone East (MDE) from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
£29
Southern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£29
Southeastern frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£29
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE).
FAQs
The train distance from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) is 49 km.
Booking trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) covers a distance of 49 km and takes approximately 1h 58m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) leaves at 3:41.
The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) is by train, costing approximately £29.
The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) departs at 19:59.
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE) run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE).
There is no night train service from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE).
Yes, you can take the train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE).
To travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Maidstone East (MDE), you can take a train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Maidstone East (MDE)

London
Maidstone
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Rooms on the platforms only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 1 and Platform 2/3
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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

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