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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidstone to Penzance
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Trains from Maidstone to Penzance run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £294 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 445 km distance in 8h 19m.
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 445 km |
Average train duration 9h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £294 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 19m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 21:15 |
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 Penzance trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Maidstone and Penzance from £294. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 19m
Cheapest Price
£291
Southeastern frequency
3 a day
FAQs: Maidstone to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone to Penzance 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 Penzance, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Penzance and its attractions like St. Michael's Mount, the Minack Theatre, and the Penlee House Gallery, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Booking trains from Maidstone to Penzance in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Maidstone to Penzance is 445 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Maidstone to Penzance can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £294, while the average price tends to be around £301.
The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Penzance is by train, costing approximately £294.
The train station in Maidstone that goes to Penzance is Maidstone East (MDE), and it arrives at Penzance station (PNZ).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Maidstone to Penzance.
The train journey from Maidstone to Penzance covers a distance of 445 km and takes approximately 8h 19m. Trains run 3 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Maidstone to Penzance.
The first train from Maidstone to Penzance leaves at 5:03.
The last train from Maidstone to Penzance departs at 21:15.
Trains from Maidstone to Penzance run approximately 3 times per day.
To get from Maidstone to Penzance, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Maidstone to Penzance.
There is no night train service from Maidstone to Penzance.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Maidstone and Penzance
Maidstone
Penzance
The major train station for departures in Maidstone is Maidstone Barracks. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Maidstone Barracks for your trip from Maidstone to Penzance.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Maidstone Barracks
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Maidstone West: Opposite the station entrance on Buckland Hill. Towards Strood: Outside the station, on Buckland Hill.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
WCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Rooms on the platforms only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and Platform 2/3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Maidstone East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Station Approach.
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Maidstone
- Travelodge Maidstone Central
- The Townhouse Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and access to platforms
Public transport options for Maidstone West
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Train: Southeastern services
The major train station for arrivals in Penzance is Penzance. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penzance for your journey to Penzance from Maidstone.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Penzance
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
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