The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE)
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE) will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Maidstone East (MDE) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
16:543h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)20:52Maidstone East (MDE)£911One-way0 changes
16:543h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)20:52Maidstone East (MDE)£911One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £70, and a flight costs an average of £166.
Distance: 308 km
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£90 Average Price Cheapest | £166 Average Price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE) trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34080+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ P88823 | On time 20:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h16 | 0:30 Maidstone East (MDE) | 2 changes | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
![]() | 16:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 20:52 Maidstone East (MDE) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 16:54. The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 16:54 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE) trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Maidstone East (MDE) from £70. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Maidstone East (MDE) 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 Maidstone East (MDE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Maidstone East (MDE)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- 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.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Rooms on the platforms only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and Platform 2/3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
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