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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Malling to Bearsted
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from West Malling to Bearsted run on average 4 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 14m.
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 12 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 23:48 |
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 West Malling to Bearsted trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between West Malling and Bearsted from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14m
Cheapest Price
£7
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: West Malling to Bearsted train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Malling to Bearsted 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 Bearsted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A visit to Bearsted typically requires one to two days to explore its charming village atmosphere, local eateries, and nearby attractions such as the Bearsted Woodland Trust and Mote Park.
The cost of a train ticket from West Malling to Bearsted can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The cheapest way to get from West Malling to Bearsted is by train, costing approximately £7.
The train distance from West Malling to Bearsted is 12 km.
The last train from West Malling to Bearsted departs at 23:48.
Booking trains from West Malling to Bearsted in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between West Malling and Bearsted. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
There is no night train service from West Malling to Bearsted.
The train journey from West Malling to Bearsted covers a distance of 12 km and takes approximately 14m. Trains run 4 per day.
To travel from West Malling to Bearsted, you can take a train.
The train station in West Malling that goes to Bearsted is West Malling station (WMA), and it arrives at Bearsted station (BSD).
The first train from West Malling to Bearsted leaves at 5:20.
Trains from West Malling to Bearsted run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from West Malling to Bearsted.
Yes, you can take the train from West Malling to Bearsted.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in West Malling and Bearsted
West Malling
Bearsted
The major train station for departures in West Malling is West Malling. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at West Malling for your trip from West Malling to Bearsted.
Amenities at train station
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 07:30 - 14:10 Sunday 08:15 - 15:30 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. 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 booking hall and side entrance to Platform 1 for services to London. Step free access to Platform 2 for services towards Maidstone and Ashford via side entrance from Station Road North off Lucks Hill. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access between platforms via station footbridge.
- 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 platforms 1 and 2.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area off booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- 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 West Malling
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road. Please note a mini bus operates between West Malling and East Malling
The major train station for arrivals in Bearsted is Bearsted. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bearsted for your journey to Bearsted from West Malling.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 07:10 - 13:50 Sunday 07:40 - 15:10 Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Parking
- 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 -Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall Only available when staff present
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall 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 Bearsted
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Ashford: Bus stop in Ware Street, outside the station car park. Towards Maidstone: Bus stop in Ware Street, opposite the station car park.
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