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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Maidstone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £93 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £93, while a flight costs an average of £287.
Distance: 289 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£93 Average Price Cheapest | £287 Average Price | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Maidstone:
A train is £194 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Maidstone costing on average £287.
Other travel options to Maidstone take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 51m.
Tickets start at around £93 compared to roughly £56 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£37. The journey takes 4h 2m versus 3h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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The most popular day trips by train from Maidstone are London, Canterbury, Dover, Ramsgate and Brighton. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Maidstone on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, medieval streets and long role in English religious history. Its compact centre mixes historic buildings with a lively student atmosphere, independent shops and riverside walks.
Dover is a historic Kent port known for the White Cliffs and Dover Castle. Its busy harbour, wartime past and chalk coastline give the town a distinctly maritime character.
Ramsgate is a Kent seaside town known for its Royal Harbour, elegant seafront and sandy beach. Its maritime history, links to the Dunkirk evacuation and lively waterfront give it a practical, historic character.
Brighton is a lively seaside city known for its pebble beach, Victorian pier and the Royal Pavilion. Its bohemian lanes, independent shops and strong arts scene give it a relaxed but energetic character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Maidstone:
A train is £194 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Maidstone costing on average £287.
Other travel options to Maidstone take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 51m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Exeter and Maidstone as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.
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