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Hither Green to East Malling by train

First train

22:38

Last train

00:12

Departure station

Hither Green

Arrival station

East Malling

Journey time

From 1h 13m

Distance

22 miles (36 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

Take the train from Hither Green to East Malling in 1 hour 13 minutes

If you want to travel from Hither Green to East Malling by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Hither Green to East Malling by train to take around 4 hours 25 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 22 miles (36 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to East Malling. You can travel on this route with either Southeastern or Thameslink trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Hither Green to East Malling are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Hither Green to East Malling? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Hither Green to East Malling take?

The average journey time by train between Hither Green and East Malling is 4 hours and 25 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Hither Green and East Malling by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Hither Green to East Malling is 1 hour and 13 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Hither Green to East Malling?

No, there are no direct train services from Hither Green to East Malling. Travelling from Hither Green to East Malling by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Hither Green to East Malling leave?

The first train from Hither Green to East Malling leaves at 22:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Hither Green to East Malling leave?

The last train from Hither Green to East Malling leaves at 00:12. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Hither Green and East Malling by train?

Trains travelling from Hither Green to East Malling cover a distance of around 22 miles (36 km) during the journey.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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