Train from Maidstone to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Maidstone to London on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SoutheasternTrain
Maidstone West Railway station
Sydenham HillCheapest
SoutheasternTrain
Maidstone East
Victoria Rail StationFastest
SoutheasternTrain
Maidstone West Railway station
New CrossNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Maidstone West Railway station
New CrossNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Maidstone East
Sydenham HillNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Maidstone to London

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach London. 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
27 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£27 - £27Average duration47m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£8 - £70Average duration1h 17m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£7 - £7Average duration50m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Maidstone to London 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 Maidstone to London?

    The cheapest train tickets from Maidstone to London start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £22. 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 Maidstone to London?

    The average train journey time from Maidstone to London is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 33 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 52m and is operated by Southeastern.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Maidstone to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:18.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£27
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£12
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£8
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£9
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£8
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£13
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£16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Maidstone to London was searched and found on 15 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 Maidstone to London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £8 to £66 for a train ticket from Maidstone to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-15.

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