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Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Hastings and Maidstone. The average train journey from Hastings to Maidstone takes one hour and 43 minutes, but some Southern + Connections train trips are as short as one hour and 37 minutes.
| Distance | 29 mi (46 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 37m |
| Lowest price | $26.01 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Hastings to Maidstone?
2 train services operate from Hastings to Maidstone. Southeastern usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 3 | 1h 48m | $26.01 |
| Southern + Connections | 2 | 1h 38m | $26.01 |
Southeastern is a rail franchise that operates passenger train services between central London and southeast England. The company's fleet of over 300 trains stops at 180 stations across London, Kent, and East Sussex, and standard and first-class fares are available. First-class passengers enjoy dedicated areas, larger seats, more legroom, and a quieter travel experience. Onboard restrooms are available for all passengers.
Southern Railway is part of the British rail network serving stations predominantly between central London and the British south coast. Destinations include Brighton, Gatwick Airport, and Worthing. WiFi and accessible restrooms are available on most trains, plus the option to upgrade to a first-class ticket with extra legroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Hastings to Maidstone. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Hastings at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Maidstone to Hastings.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Hastings?
Main departure station: Hastings Station
There is one train station in Hastings.
All train stations in Hastings:
Hastings Station
Where is the train station in Maidstone?
Main arrival station: Maidstone West
Maidstone receives travelers from Hastings at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Maidstone:
Maidstone West
Maidstone East
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