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Maidstone to Chatham Train Schedule
Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Maidstone to Chatham. The train trip from Maidstone to Chatham is usually about 48 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Southeastern train can get you there in as little as 47 minutes.
| Distance | 8 mi (12 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 47m |
| Lowest price | $10.90 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Maidstone to Chatham?
Southeastern is the one and only train line which connects Maidstone to Chatham. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 2 | 0h 48m | $10.90 |
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Maidstone to Chatham
Trains departing from Maidstone to Chatham tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Maidstone at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Maidstone twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Chatham to Maidstone.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Maidstone?
Main departure station: Maidstone West
There are two stations in Maidstone where you can board the train to Chatham.
All train stations in Maidstone:
Maidstone West
Maidstone Barracks
Where is the train station in Chatham?
Main arrival station: Railway Street
Chatham has one train station.
All train stations in Chatham:
Railway Street
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