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The British Museum
World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£11
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£22
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
53 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
54 m
Trains on 20 Oct
12
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidstone to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidstone to London will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 12 trains from Maidstone to London, including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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.
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P86445
P86643
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P86636
P86445
P86439
P86443
P86424
P86429Trains from Maidstone to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 44m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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The table below shows live departures for Maidstone to London trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P86424 | 6:13 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0h54 | 7:07 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86613 | 6:24 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h12 | 7:36 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P89345 · P85317 | 6:25 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 1h10 | 7:35 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
P86429 | 6:42 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0h55 | 7:37 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
P85381 | 6:49 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h16 | 8:05 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86369 | 6:51 Maidstone West (MDW) | 0h55 | 7:46 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86619 | 6:57 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h09 | 8:06 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P89355 · P85105 | 6:59 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 1h06 | 8:05 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
P86432 | 7:11 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0h56 | 8:07 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86624 | 7:25 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h11 | 8:36 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86438 | 7:42 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0h55 | 8:37 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86371 | 7:54 Maidstone West (MDW) | 0h52 | 8:46 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86632 | 7:58 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h08 | 9:06 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P89371 · P87685 | 7:58 Maidstone West (MDW) | 1h07 | 9:05 London Bridge (LBG) | 1 change | |
P86439 | 8:14 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0h53 | 9:07 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86636 | 8:26 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h10 | 9:36 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86443 | 8:44 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0h53 | 9:37 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86643 | 8:59 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h09 | 10:08 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86445 | 9:14 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0h53 | 10:07 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86648 | 9:26 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h10 | 10:36 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86656 | 9:59 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h07 | 11:06 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86449 | 10:14 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0h53 | 11:07 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86661 | 10:27 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h09 | 11:36 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86668 | 10:59 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h07 | 12:06 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86453 | 11:14 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0h53 | 12:07 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86749 | 18:59 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h07 | 20:06 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86447 | 19:14 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0h53 | 20:07 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
P86753 | 19:27 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h09 | 20:36 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P89531 · P85370 | 19:30 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 1h08 | 20:38 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
P89529 · P90303 | 19:33 Maidstone West (MDW) | 1h08 | 20:41 London Bridge (LBG) | 1 change | |
P86759 | 19:57 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h09 | 21:06 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
National collection of European painting from Van Gogh to Turner in a landmark Trafalgar Square setting.
Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.
Lively pedestrian riverside route linking major sights, street performers, markets and excellent views across the Thames.
West End square famous for lions, fountains and events, surrounded by galleries and central to many first-time visits.
Grand royal park with Serpentine lake, broad paths and easy walks to Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace.
A classic breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple of British cafés and weekend dining across London.
Pale ale battered fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. A long-standing favourite in London pubs and chippies.
Slow-cooked beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potato. This hearty pie is closely associated with East London working-class food culture.
Luxury hotel venue renowned for formal afternoon tea with fine pastries, sandwiches and impeccable service in grand surroundings.
Refined Indian restaurant with a Michelin star, celebrated for polished cooking and a landmark role in London’s modern dining scene.
Historic dining room famed for traditional British pies, roast meats and classic puddings in elegant, old-school surroundings.
Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.
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Most Maidstone to London trains use the Maidstone East to London Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at London Bridge. Use this guide to compare Maidstone and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Maidstone East is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Maidstone East.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maidstone East: Parking, WC.
Available at Maidstone East: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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 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 options are available at Maidstone West.
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Ticket office support is available at Maidstone West. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maidstone West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maidstone West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maidstone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone West.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Maidstone, Travelodge Maidstone Central, The Townhouse Hotel.
Maidstone Barracks is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone Barracks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone Barracks.
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.
Available at Maidstone Barracks: Parking.
Available at Maidstone Barracks: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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 Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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 Charing Cross has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Charing Cross.
ATMs are available at London Charing Cross.
Ticket office support is available at London Charing Cross. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Charing Cross: Parking, WC.
Available at London Charing Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Charing Cross: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers, Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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