Train from London to Maidstone: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from London to Maidstone on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SoutheasternTrain
Penge East
Maidstone EastNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
West Dulwich
Maidstone EastNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Penge East
Maidstone EastNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
West Dulwich
Maidstone EastNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Penge East
Maidstone EastNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Maidstone

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Maidstone. The journey takes about 47 minutes and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
47mAverage duration
29 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£27 - £27Average duration47m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£8 - £41Average duration1h 14m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£5 - £5Average duration50m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Maidstone by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from London to Maidstone?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Maidstone start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Maidstone?

    The average train journey time from London to Maidstone is 1h 14m, covering a distance of 41 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 52m and is operated by Southeastern.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Maidstone route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Maidstone?

    The earliest train from London to Maidstone departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
£28
11/12
£22
Today
£8
13/12
£13
14/12
£13
15/12
£18
16/12
£17
17/12
£11
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Maidstone was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Maidstone as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £8 to £39 for a train ticket from London to Maidstone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-17.

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