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Outbound fromMaidstone to London Liverpool Street by train
It takes an average of 2h 11m to travel from Maidstone to London Liverpool Street by train, over a distance of around 31 miles (50 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Maidstone to London Liverpool Street and tickets for this journey start from £15.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:08 | |
| Departure station | Maidstone | |
| Arrival station | London Liverpool Street | |
| Journey time | From 1h 19m | |
| Distance | 31 miles (50 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £15.90 | |
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About the train journey from Maidstone to London Liverpool Street
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The train from Maidstone to London Liverpool Street usually takes 2 hours 11 minutes on average to travel 31 miles (50 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 19 minutes. You can expect to find 8 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to London Liverpool Street, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Southeastern, Thameslink or London Overground, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Maidstone to London Liverpool Street if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £15.90. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Maidstone to London Liverpool Street
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Maidstone to London Liverpool Street is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.