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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gravesend to Maidstone
Showing times and prices for 15 Dec
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
22 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gravesend to Maidstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gravesend to Maidstone will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Gravesend for Maidstone every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
06:470h39
Gravesend07:26Maidstone
£151One-way
0 changes
16:510h40
Gravesend17:31Maidstone
£151One-way
0 changes
06:470h39
Gravesend07:26Maidstone
£151One-way
0 changes
16:510h40
Gravesend17:31Maidstone
£151One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Gravesend to Maidstone train times
The table below shows live departures for Gravesend to Maidstone trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:27
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 X06431+P75751 | On time 09:17 Gravesend station (GRV) | 0h39 | 09:56 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 1 change | |
| X06429+P75746 | On time 10:17 Gravesend station (GRV) | 0h39 | 10:56 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 1 change | |
| X06458+P75741 | On time 11:17 Gravesend station (GRV) | 0h39 | 11:56 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 1 change | |
| X06457+P75736 | On time 11:47 Gravesend station (GRV) | 1h09 | 12:56 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 1 change | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 06:47 Gravesend | 0h39 | 07:26 Maidstone | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gravesend to Maidstone
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gravesend to Maidstone run on average 5 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:41, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 24m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 01:41 |
Last train 23:08 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Gravesend to Maidstone trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Gravesend and Maidstone from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24m
Cheapest Price
£6
Southeastern frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£15
Thameslink frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Gravesend to Maidstone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend to Maidstone by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Maidstone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Gravesend to Maidstone in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To fully explore Maidstone and its attractions, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
The cost of a train ticket from Gravesend to Maidstone can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £11.
Yes, there is a direct train between Gravesend and Maidstone. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Maidstone is by train, costing approximately £6.
The train station in Gravesend that goes to Maidstone is Gravesend station (GRV), and it arrives at Maidstone Barracks (MDB).
The train journey from Gravesend to Maidstone passes through parts of the Kent countryside, offering views of rolling hills, fields, and small villages, making it a pleasant and moderately scenic trip.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gravesend to Maidstone.
Yes, you can take the train from Gravesend to Maidstone.
The train distance from Gravesend to Maidstone is 22 km.
To travel from Gravesend to Maidstone, you can take a train.
The train journey from Gravesend to Maidstone covers a distance of 22 km and takes approximately 24m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Gravesend to Maidstone leaves at 1:41.
The last train from Gravesend to Maidstone departs at 23:08.
Trains from Gravesend to Maidstone run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Gravesend to Maidstone.
Yes, a day trip from Gravesend to Maidstone is feasible. The journey takes 24m, with a distance of 22 km and trains running 5 times per day.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gravesend and Maidstone
Gravesend
Maidstone
The major train station for departures in Gravesend is Gravesend. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gravesend for your trip from Gravesend to Maidstone.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 0 & 2- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: platform 0&2- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 0 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: both sides of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Gravesend
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Clive Road
The major train station for arrivals in Maidstone is Maidstone Barracks. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Maidstone Barracks for your journey to Maidstone from Gravesend.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access.Steps to all platforms down from main road.Interchange between platforms via steps up to road bridge. Unstaffed station. There are no station staff but there are staff to assist on the trains.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Maidstone Barracks
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Maidstone West: Opposite the station entrance on Buckland Hill. Towards Strood: Outside the station, on Buckland Hill.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from the main side entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. Step free access to platform 3, terminal platform, for services towards London. There is step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 200 metres. From the Ticket office the step free access to all platforms is via the station forecourt.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 01:00 Saturday 05:30 - 01:00 Sunday 06:30 - 23:59
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Rooms on the platforms only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and Platform 2/3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Maidstone East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Station Approach.
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Maidstone
- Travelodge Maidstone Central
- The Townhouse Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and access to platforms
Public transport options for Maidstone West
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Train: Southeastern services
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