Maidstone to Birmingham train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidstone to Birmingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept

Cheapest price on 23 Sept

£54

Average ticket price on 23 Sept

£81

Fastest journey on 23 Sept

3 h 1 m

Average journey duration on 23 Sept

3 h 10 m

Trains on 23 Sept

17

Distance

214 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Maidstone to Birmingham will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.

Fast trains

To travel from Maidstone to Birmingham you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Avanti West CoastW33944+SoutheasternP86648+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston
    9:263h22
    Maidstone East (MDE)
    12:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £541One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW34208+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston+SoutheasternP86453
    11:143h13
    Maidstone East (MDE)
    14:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £541One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW34238+SoutheasternP86661+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston
    10:273h21
    Maidstone East (MDE)
    13:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £541One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33944+SoutheasternP89401 · P85331+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
    9:363h12
    Maidstone Barracks (MDB)
    12:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £541One-way
    3 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33919+SoutheasternP86449+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston
    10:143h13
    Maidstone East (MDE)
    13:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £541One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Maidstone to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £97 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £97, while a train costs an average of £97.

Distance: 214 km

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Driving

£97

Average Price

Cheapest

£52

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 3m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Maidstone to Birmingham is a train with an average price of £97.
The fastest way to travel from Maidstone to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 2h 54m.
Yes, you can take a train between Maidstone and Birmingham.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 9m sooner (2h 54m by train vs 3h 3m by car). Tickets start at around £97 compared to roughly £52 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Maidstone to Birmingham train times

The table below shows live departures for Maidstone to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Chiltern RailwaysL37400+SoutheasternP86423+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Marylebone6:14 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h51
10:05 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)2 changes
Chiltern RailwaysL37887+CrossCountryG00855+SoutheasternP86368+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone6:54 Maidstone West (MDW)
3h57
10:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW34151+SoutheasternP86431+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston7:12 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h15
10:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34077+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston+SoutheasternP866237:26 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h22
10:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34077+SoutheasternP89364 · P85111+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston7:27 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)
3h21
10:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW33935+SoutheasternP86371+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston7:54 Maidstone West (MDW)
3h01
10:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34246+SoutheasternP86439+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston8:14 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h13
11:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33964+SoutheasternP86636+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston8:26 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h22
11:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33964+SoutheasternP85326+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+SoutheasternP893838:27 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)
3h21
11:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW34286+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston+SoutheasternP864438:44 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h13
11:57 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33924+SoutheasternP86445+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston9:14 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h13
12:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33944+SoutheasternP86648+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston9:26 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h22
12:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33944+SoutheasternP89401 · P85331+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston9:36 Maidstone Barracks (MDB)
3h12
12:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)3 changes
SoutheasternP86449+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW3391910:14 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h13
13:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
SoutheasternP86661+Avanti West CoastW34238+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston10:27 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h21
13:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34290+SoutheasternP89417 · P90249+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston10:30 Maidstone West (MDW)
3h26
13:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW34208+SoutheasternP86453+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston11:14 Maidstone East (MDE)
3h13
14:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Maidstone to Birmingham

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Trains from Maidstone to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 01:29, the last at 21:36. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 13m.

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
214 km
Average train duration
2h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£69
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 13m
First train
1:29
Last train
21:36
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Best time to book
14 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: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways from Maidstone to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Maidstone and Birmingham from £69. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£77
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom. Check the different ticket types for your next journey: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Chiltern Railways Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Chiltern Railways Price
£69
Chiltern Railways frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

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Things to do in Birmingham

Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.

  • Must visit

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Major museum and gallery with fine art, local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in the city centre.

  • Must visit

Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum

Science museum with interactive galleries on industry, transport and invention, making it a strong family-friendly visit.

  • Recommended

Pen Museum

Independent museum in a converted factory, exploring Birmingham's pen trade with demonstrations and hands-on exhibits.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.

FAQs: Maidstone to Birmingham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Maidstone to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £69, while the average price tends to be around £97.
The train journey from Maidstone to Birmingham covers a distance of 214 km and takes approximately 2h 13m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Maidstone to Birmingham is 214 km.
The first train from Maidstone to Birmingham leaves at 1:29.
The last train from Maidstone to Birmingham departs at 21:36.
Trains from Maidstone to Birmingham run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Maidstone to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Maidstone to Birmingham.
To travel from Maidstone to Birmingham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Maidstone to Birmingham.
The train station in Maidstone that goes to Birmingham is Maidstone East (MDE), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Birmingham is by train, costing approximately £69.
Booking trains from Maidstone to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Maidstone to Birmingham passes through diverse landscapes including rolling hills, quaint villages, and stretches of countryside, offering some scenic views along the way.
A day trip from Maidstone to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 13m. However, trains run 5 times per day covering the 214 km distance.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Maidstone to Birmingham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Maidstone and Birmingham

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

Departure train stations in Maidstone
Arrival train stations in Birmingham

Which Maidstone station do trains to Birmingham leave from?

Trains from Maidstone to Birmingham leave from Maidstone East. The station is 1 km from Maidstone city centre at Maidstone East station, Station Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QN.
Maidstone EastMaidstone East station, Station Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QN+44 3303339232ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
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.

Maidstone BarracksMaidstone Barracks station, Buckland Hill, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0SQParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Maidstone Barracks from Maidstone city centre

Maidstone Barracks is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainTonbridge - Strood, Paddock Wood - Strood, Maidstone West - Strood, Tonbridge - Gillingham · 2m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus25A · 25m · £2

Maidstone Barracks train station facilities and services

Maidstone Barracks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Maidstone Barracks.

Tickets and information

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.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Maidstone Barracks: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Maidstone Barracks: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone Barracks: 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.

Maidstone WestStation Approach, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8RJ, United Kingdom+44 345 322 7021WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Maidstone West from Maidstone city centre

BusSeveral local bus services available
TrainSoutheastern services

Maidstone West train station facilities and services

Maidstone West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Maidstone West.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Maidstone West. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Maidstone West. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Maidstone West: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Maidstone West: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone West.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Maidstone, Travelodge Maidstone Central, The Townhouse Hotel.

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