Maidstone to Glastonbury train with Great Western Railway

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Overview: Train from Maidstone to Glastonbury

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Take a train from Maidstone to Glastonbury and enjoy the approximately 226 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

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
226 km
Average train duration
3h 9m
Trains per day
13
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jul - Sept
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: Great Western Railway from Maidstone to Glastonbury trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Maidstone and Glastonbury. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 47m
Cheapest Price
£42
Great Western Railway frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Maidstone to Glastonbury train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Maidstone to Glastonbury is 226 km.
Trains from Maidstone to Glastonbury run approximately 13 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Maidstone to Glastonbury.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Maidstone to Glastonbury.
To travel from Maidstone to Glastonbury, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Maidstone to Glastonbury.
The train station in Maidstone that goes to Glastonbury is Maidstone East (MDE), and it arrives at Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG).
Booking trains from Maidstone to Glastonbury 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 Glastonbury offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, including views of the Kent countryside and parts of the scenic Somerset area.
In Glastonbury, you can explore vibrant local shops and markets for unique crafts and souvenirs, attend spirituality and well-being workshops or retreats, and enjoy guided tours of the town's historical sites and legends. Participate in local music or arts events and visit the Glastonbury Goddess Temple, dedicated to the Goddess tradition. Must-see sights include Glastonbury Tor, with its panoramic views, the historic Glastonbury Abbey, Chalice Well with its legendary healing waters, the spiritual White Spring, and the Somerset Rural Life Museum showcasing local history and culture.
For a fulfilling experience in Glastonbury, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore the iconic Glastonbury Tor, Abbey, and local attractions comfortably.
Yes, you can take the train from Maidstone to Glastonbury.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Maidstone and Glastonbury

Most Maidstone to Glastonbury trains use the Maidstone East to Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Maidstone and Glastonbury 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 Glastonbury

Which Maidstone station do trains to Glastonbury leave from?

Trains from Maidstone to Glastonbury 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 · £0.89 · 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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