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Compare train and coach for Staplehurst to Maidstone
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Staplehurst to Maidstone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 12 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£13 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Staplehurst to Maidstone train times
The table below shows live departures for Staplehurst to Maidstone trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 07:06
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:18 Staplehurst | 0h36 | 07:54 Maidstone | 1 change | |
| 07:48 Staplehurst | 0h36 | 08:24 Maidstone | 1 change | |
| 08:18 Staplehurst | 0h36 | 08:54 Maidstone | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Staplehurst to Maidstone
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Trains from Staplehurst to Maidstone run on average 3 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:27, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 34m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 01:27 |
Last train 22:58 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Train companies: Southeastern from Staplehurst to Maidstone trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Staplehurst and Maidstone from £4. 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
34m
Cheapest Price
£13
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Staplehurst to Maidstone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Staplehurst 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.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Staplehurst to Maidstone. The journey takes 34m, covers 12 km, and there are 3 trains per day.
To fully explore Maidstone and its attractions, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Booking trains from Staplehurst to Maidstone in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Staplehurst to Maidstone is 12 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Staplehurst to Maidstone can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £13.
To get from Staplehurst to Maidstone, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Staplehurst to Maidstone covers a distance of 12 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Staplehurst to Maidstone is by coach, costing approximately £4.
The first train from Staplehurst to Maidstone leaves at 1:27.
The train station in Staplehurst that goes to Maidstone is Staplehurst station (SPU), and it arrives at Maidstone West (MDW).
The last train from Staplehurst to Maidstone departs at 22:58.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Staplehurst to Maidstone.
Yes, you can take the train from Staplehurst to Maidstone.
Trains from Staplehurst to Maidstone run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Staplehurst to Maidstone.
There is no night train service from Staplehurst to Maidstone.
The train journey from Staplehurst to Maidstone offers pleasant views of the Kent countryside, with fields, farms, and greenery along the route, making it a scenic experience.
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Important Stations and Airports in Staplehurst and Maidstone
Staplehurst
Maidstone
The major train station for departures in Staplehurst is Staplehurst. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Staplehurst for your trip from Staplehurst to Maidstone.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:40 Sunday 08:10 - 16:30 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from main entrance. Step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via lift. Stepped access between platforms available via station footbridge. Step free interchange between platforms via lifts.
- 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: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:40 Sunday 08:10 - 16:30
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
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: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: 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 Staplehurst
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt (London side of the station)
The major train station for arrivals in Maidstone is Maidstone West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Maidstone West for your journey to Maidstone from Staplehurst.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost 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
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike ParkingCar RentalInformation 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.
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