London to Maidstone train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Maidstone

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Oct

Cheapest price on 14 Oct

£13

Average ticket price on 14 Oct

£21

Fastest journey on 14 Oct

52 m

Average journey duration on 14 Oct

56 m

Trains on 14 Oct

33

Distance

52 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Maidstone will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

On Wed 14 Oct, we found 33 trains from London to Maidstone, including 15 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .

The slowest trains will take 58 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.

  • SoutheasternJ35141
    0:291h12
    London Victoria (VIC)
    1:41Maidstone East (MDE)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternP86409
    16:080h57
    London Bridge (LBG)
    17:05Maidstone East (MDE)
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternP85322 · P89407
    8:551h02
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    9:57Maidstone Barracks (MDB)
    £141One-way
    1 change
  • SoutheasternP85312 · P89362
    6:201h06
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    7:26Maidstone Barracks (MDB)
    £141One-way
    1 change
  • SoutheasternP85107 · P89399
    8:201h06
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    9:26Maidstone Barracks (MDB)
    £151One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Maidstone

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Trains from London to Maidstone run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 52m.

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
52 km
Average train duration
1h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
52m
First train
0:05
Last train
23:58
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
2 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

Live departures

London to Maidstone train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Maidstone trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SoutheasternP8641217:08 London Bridge (LBG)
0h58
18:06 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP89060 · P89518
On time
17:13 London Bridge (LBG)
1h14
18:27 Maidstone West (MDW)
1 change
SoutheasternP86367
On time
17:16 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h52
18:08 Maidstone West (MDW)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP88766
On time
17:25 London Victoria (VIC)
1h03
18:28 Maidstone East (MDE)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP8641417:38 London Bridge (LBG)
0h55
18:33 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85382
On time
17:44 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h11
18:55 Maidstone East (MDE)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP88773
On time
17:55 London Victoria (VIC)
1h07
19:02 Maidstone East (MDE)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85166 · P8952017:55 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
19:01 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)1 change
SoutheasternP8641718:08 London Bridge (LBG)
1h00
19:08 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP89068 · P89531
On time
18:13 London Bridge (LBG)
1h13
19:26 Maidstone West (MDW)
1 change
SoutheasternP86370
On time
18:16 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h53
19:09 Maidstone West (MDW)
0 changesdirect
Wednesday 14 October
SoutheasternJ35141
On time
0:29 London Victoria (VIC)
1h12
1:41 Maidstone East (MDE)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP89296 · P89321+ThameslinkC18679
On time
0:40 London Victoria (VIC)
4h09
4:49 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)
2 changes
SoutheasternP87380+ThameslinkC18674+SoutheasternP893515:09 London Bridge (LBG)
1h47
6:56 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)2 changes
ThameslinkG28277+SoutheasternP886615:46 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h33
7:19 Maidstone East (MDE)1 change
ThameslinkC10189+SoutheasternP893625:48 London Bridge (LBG)
1h38
7:26 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)1 change
SoutheasternP88663 · P863725:59 London Bridge (LBG)
1h37
7:36 Maidstone West (MDW)1 change
SoutheasternP886616:05 London Victoria (VIC)
1h14
7:19 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85312 · P893626:20 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
7:26 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)1 change
SoutheasternP88994 · P893746:33 London Bridge (LBG)
1h26
7:59 Maidstone West (MDW)1 change
SoutheasternP886686:55 London Victoria (VIC)
1h05
8:00 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP88995 · P893837:13 London Bridge (LBG)
1h11
8:24 Maidstone West (MDW)1 change
SoutheasternP863788:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h00
9:06 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85107 · P893998:20 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
9:26 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)1 change
SoutheasternP85432 · P894018:24 London Bridge (LBG)
1h09
9:33 Maidstone West (MDW)1 change
SoutheasternP863808:38 London Bridge (LBG)
0h58
9:36 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP89006 · P894108:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h11
9:54 Maidstone West (MDW)1 change
SoutheasternP85322 · P894078:55 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h02
9:57 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)1 change
SoutheasternP8640916:08 London Bridge (LBG)
0h57
17:05 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85350 · P8950616:20 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h09
17:29 Maidstone West (MDW)1 change
SoutheasternP85499 · P8950816:24 London Bridge (LBG)
1h07
17:31 Maidstone West (MDW)1 change
SoutheasternP8875416:25 London Victoria (VIC)
1h01
17:26 Maidstone East (MDE)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from London to Maidstone trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between London and Maidstone from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Southeastern Duration
52m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£11
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
Family area

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 Thameslink Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£11
Thameslink frequency
1 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
Family area

Complete guide to Maidstone

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.

  • Must visit

Maidstone Museum

Town museum in a Tudor manor with local history, Japanese decorative arts and changing exhibitions.

  • 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.

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.

FAQs: London to Maidstone train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Maidstone can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from London to Maidstone covers a distance of 52 km and takes approximately 52m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from London to Maidstone is 52 km.
The first train from London to Maidstone leaves at 0:05.
The last train from London to Maidstone departs at 23:58.
Trains from London to Maidstone run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Maidstone.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Maidstone. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
There is no night train service from London to Maidstone.
The train station in London that goes to Maidstone is London Victoria (VIC), and it arrives at Maidstone East (MDE).
Booking trains from London 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 London to Maidstone offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with highlights including the Kent Downs and picturesque villages, making parts of the route quite scenic.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Maidstone.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Maidstone

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

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Maidstone

Which London station do trains to Maidstone leave from?

Trains from London to Maidstone leave from London Victoria. The station is 2 km from London city centre at London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU.
London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · £2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · £2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · £2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · £2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · £4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · £1 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · £2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

London BridgeLondon Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX+44 345 711 4141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Bridge from London city centre

London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Charing Cross - Hayes, London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks, London Charing Cross - Gravesend, London Charing Cross - Dartford, London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells, London Charing Cross - Ramsgate, London Charing Cross - Maidstone East, London Charing Cross - Hastings, London Charing Cross - Dover Priory, London Charing Cross - Ashford International, London Charing Cross - Chislehurst, London Charing Cross - Sidcup, London Charing Cross - Minster, London Charing Cross - Folkestone Central, London Charing Cross - Headcorn, London Charing Cross - Orpington, London Charing Cross - Gillingham, London Charing Cross - London Cannon Street, London Charing Cross - Bromley South, London Charing Cross - Canterbury West, London Charing Cross - Tonbridge, London Charing Cross - Slade Green, London Charing Cross - Lewisham · 12m · £1 · every ~36 min
London Victoria - London Bridge · 58m · £10 · every ~4 min
BusN381, 381 · 12m · £2 · every ~24 min
N21 · 14m · £4 · every ~2 min
SubwayJubilee · 5m · £2 · every ~71 min

London Bridge train station facilities and services

London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre

Bus91, N91 · 23m · £10 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · £2 · every ~91 min

London St Pancras International train station facilities and services

London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.

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