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Maidstone to Dover Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 17 daily train trips available from Maidstone to Dover. Traveling by train from Maidstone to Dover usually takes 2 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern train can make the trip in one hour and 29 minutes.
| Distance | 36 mi (57 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 29m |
| Lowest price | $25.28 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Maidstone to Dover?
2 train services operate from Maidstone to Dover. Southeastern usually has more trains scheduled, with 13 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 13 | 1h 58m | $25.48 |
| Southeastern + Connections | 4 | 2h 35m | $25.28 |
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.
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 Dover
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Maidstone to Dover. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Maidstone at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. 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 17 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.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Maidstone?
Main departure station: Maidstone Barracks
Maidstone has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Dover.
All train stations in Maidstone:
Maidstone Barracks
Maidstone East
Maidstone West
Where is the train station in Dover?
Main arrival station: Kearsney Station
Dover receives travelers from Maidstone at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Dover:
Kearsney Station
Martin Mill Station
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