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Maidstone Museum
Town museum in a Tudor manor with local history, Japanese decorative arts and changing exhibitions.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newington to Maidstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newington to Maidstone will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Newington to Maidstone, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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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Take a train from Newington to Maidstone and enjoy the approximately 14 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 23:08.
Distance 14 km |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 23:08 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Newington to Maidstone.
The table below shows live departures for Newington to Maidstone trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:50 Newington | 1h06 | 8:56 Maidstone | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Newington 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 Newington to Maidstone trains use the Newington to Maidstone West station pair, with some services arriving at Maidstone Barracks. Use this guide to compare Newington and Maidstone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newington has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Newington.
Available at Newington: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newington.
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.
Free.
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.
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