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Outbound fromManchester to Maidstone by train
It takes an average of 8h 23m to travel from Manchester to Maidstone by train, over a distance of around 192 miles (309 km). There are normally 55 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Maidstone and tickets for this journey start from £61.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:20 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Maidstone | |
| Journey time | From 4h 59m | |
| Distance | 192 miles (309 km) | |
| Frequency | 55 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £61.60 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Southern |
Take the train from Manchester to Maidstone in 4 hours 59 minutes
If you want to travel from Manchester to Maidstone by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Manchester to Maidstone by train to take around 8 hours 23 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 55 trains per day running on this route, which spans 192 miles (309 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Maidstone. You can travel on this route with either Transport for Wales, East Midlands Railway or Southeastern. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Manchester to Maidstone start from £61.60 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than 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.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Maidstone
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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 Manchester to Maidstone 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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