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Maidstone Museum
Town museum in a Tudor manor with local history, Japanese decorative arts and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Maidstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Maidstone will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Manchester to Maidstone you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34202+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
P88680
W33953+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
P88689
W34202+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P89399 · P85107
W34018+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
P89009 · P89419
W33932+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P85322 · P89407
W34104+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P85127 · P89453
W33893+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P89466 · P85134
W34218+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P85328 · P89425
W33893+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
P86398
W34104+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
P86393Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Maidstone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £89. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £89, and a flight costs an average of £143.
Distance: 309 km
Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£127 Average Price Cheapest | £143 Average Price |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Maidstone trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34202+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ P88680 | 5:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h26 | 9:30 Maidstone East (MDE) | 2 changes | |
W34202+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85107 · P89399 | 5:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h22 | 9:26 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 3 changes | |
W33932+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ P88686 | 5:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h05 | 10:00 Maidstone East (MDE) | 2 changes | |
W33932+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P89407 · P85322 | 5:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h02 | 9:57 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 3 changes | |
W34018+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ P89009 · P89419 | 6:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h10 | 10:24 Maidstone West (MDW) | 3 changes | |
W33953+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85113 · P89417 | 6:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h57 | 10:26 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 3 changes | |
W33953+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ P88689 | 6:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h59 | 10:28 Maidstone East (MDE) | 2 changes | |
W34218+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85328 · P89425 | 7:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h56 | 10:56 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 3 changes | |
W34104+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85127 · P89453 | 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h52 | 12:26 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 3 changes | |
W34104+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ P86393 | 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h57 | 12:31 Maidstone East (MDE) | 2 changes | |
W33888+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85337 · P89460 | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h02 | 12:56 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 3 changes | |
W33888+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ P88714 | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h06 | 13:00 Maidstone East (MDE) | 2 changes | |
W33893+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ P86398 | 9:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h57 | 13:31 Maidstone East (MDE) | 2 changes | |
W33893+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P89466 · P85134 | 9:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h52 | 13:26 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Manchester to Maidstone run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £89 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:27, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £89 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 1:27 |
Last train 21:14 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Maidstone — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Maidstone trip today.
Town museum in a Tudor manor with local history, Japanese decorative arts and changing exhibitions.
Living history farm museum with historic buildings, rural exhibits and hands-on interpretation of Kent life.
Contemporary art gallery in the museum complex, showing rotating exhibitions by regional and national artists.
Large public park with lake, woodland walks, boating and open space close to the town centre.
Riverside green space linking key sights, ideal for a gentle walk with views of historic buildings and boats.
Popular town-centre park with formal gardens, bandstand and seasonal floral displays near the museum.
Kentish huffkins are light bread rolls traditionally served with savoury fillings or fruit preserves, long associated with Kent baking and local tea tables.
Gypsy tart is a classic Kent dessert with evaporated milk and dark muscovado sugar, baked in a pastry case and especially linked with school dinners in the county.
Kentish cobnut is a fresh cultivated hazelnut from Kent, prized in season for its sweet flavour and long tradition in the county’s orchards and market gardens.
Contemporary restaurant in Leeds Castle grounds serving modern British dishes in an elegant historic setting popular for special meals.
Popular pub and dining room serving British classics, grill dishes and Sunday roasts in a smart yet relaxed town-centre setting.
Well-known riverside chain brasserie for steaks, burgers and British comfort food, with broad appeal and a lively casual atmosphere.
Moderate for England: accommodation and dining are below London, but rail fares and central hotel prices can still add up for visitors.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Maidstone East -> Fremlin Walk, Maidstone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Maidstone 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Maidstone trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Maidstone East station pair, with some services arriving at Maidstone Barracks. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Maidstone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
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 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.
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.
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