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Letchworth Museum
Local museum explaining the world’s first garden city through original plans, objects and changing displays in the town centre.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£86
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£86
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 20 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
Distance
94 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Fast trains
To travel from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City you need to make at least 2 changes.
20:002h20Maidstone22:20Letchworth Garden City£861One-way2 changes- 21:002h20Maidstone23:20Letchworth Garden City£861One-way2 changes
- 20:002h20Maidstone22:20Letchworth Garden City£861One-way2 changes
- 21:002h20Maidstone23:20Letchworth Garden City£861One-way2 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City and enjoy the approximately 94 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 09:57.
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 94 km |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 9:57 |
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 from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Maidstone and Letchworth Garden City. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£60
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Letchworth Garden City
Things to do in Letchworth Garden City
Discover the best of Letchworth Garden City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Letchworth Garden City trip today.
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North Hertfordshire Museum
Gallery and museum in a Victorian house showing local history, artworks and exhibitions about Hitchin and North Hertfordshire.
British Schools Museum
Family-friendly transport museum with working heritage buses, displays and event days at a preserved depot near Letchworth.
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Broadway Gardens
Formal town-centre gardens with broad lawns, flowerbeds and event space, ideal for understanding the garden city plan on foot.
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Broadway
Central shopping street and civic axis lined with early planned buildings, useful for seeing the town’s distinctive layout and architecture.
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Howard Park and Gardens
Riverside nature reserve and walking area with chalk stream habitat, wetlands and easy paths close to the town centre.
Hertfordshire Clangers
A Hertfordshire staple of sausages wrapped in suet pastry and baked. A hearty county dish linked with local farming and traditional home cooking.
Hertfordshire Meat Turnovers
Small triangular pastries filled with meat and onion, once common in Hertfordshire kitchens and markets as a portable savoury snack.
Watercress Soup
Tender local watercress served in a peppery soup. The county is long associated with watercress growing, making this a classic regional dish.
L'Artista
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a relaxed modern setting.
The Fox at Willian
Stylish Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart yet comfortable atmosphere.
The Broadway Hotel
Reliable pub venue for British favourites, cask ales and casual meals in a central historic Garden City setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels usually cost less than central London, but rail fares and some accommodation can still be relatively high for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave a small tip for good service.
FAQs: Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City is 94 km.
The first train from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City leaves at 5:21.
The last train from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City departs at 9:57.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City.
To travel from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City.
Booking trains from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. As you travel, you'll pass through the picturesque Kent countryside, with its rolling hills and charming villages. The views include fields, woodlands, and glimpses of historical sites, making it a pleasant and occasionally scenic route.
In Letchworth Garden City, you can enjoy a film at Broadway Cinema or explore contemporary art at the Broadway Gallery. Attend cultural events at the Letchworth Arts Centre or enjoy a round of golf at the scenic Letchworth Golf Club. Discover the unique urban planning of the area through a guided walking tour. Visit the Letchworth Garden City Heritage Museum to learn about its history, enjoy interactive experiences at Standalone Farm, or relax in Norton Common and Howard Park and Gardens. Additionally, explore the International Garden Cities Exhibition to understand the garden city movement's global impact.
A visit of 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient to explore Letchworth Garden City and enjoy its unique garden city layout, local parks, and attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Maidstone and Letchworth Garden City
Most Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City trains use the Maidstone East to Letchworth Garden City station pair. Use this guide to compare Maidstone and Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City
Which Maidstone station do trains to Letchworth Garden City leave from?
Trains from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City 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 3303339232
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.
Which Letchworth Garden City station do trains from Maidstone arrive at?
Trains from Maidstone to Letchworth Garden City arrive at Letchworth Garden City. Letchworth Garden City is from Letchworth Garden City city centre.
Letchworth Garden CityLetchworth Garden City station, Station Road, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 3AN
City-centre transport
Getting to Letchworth Garden City from Letchworth Garden City city centre
Bus96A · 48m
Letchworth Garden City train station facilities and services
Letchworth Garden City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Letchworth Garden City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Letchworth Garden City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Letchworth Garden City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Letchworth Garden City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Letchworth Garden City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Letchworth Garden City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is inside the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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