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Outbound fromMaidstone to Mansfield by train
It takes an average of 4h 57m to travel from Maidstone to Mansfield by train, over a distance of around 148 miles (239 km). There are normally 3 trains per day travelling from Maidstone to Mansfield and tickets for this journey start from £65.40 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Maidstone to Mansfield in 3 hours 55 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Maidstone to Mansfield? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 57 minutes to travel the 148 miles (239 km) from Maidstone to Mansfield by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 55 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Mansfield. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Maidstone to Mansfield in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £65.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Mansfield by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Maidstone to Mansfield
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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 Mansfield 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.
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