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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Maidstone
- Cheapest price on Nov 15
- €31
- Average ticket price on Nov 15
- €34
- Fastest journey on Nov 15
- 1 h 54 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 15
- 1 h 57 m
- Trains on Nov 15
- 2
- Distance
- 50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Maidstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Maidstone will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Sun, Nov 15, we found 2 trains from London Gatwick Airport to Maidstone, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Sun, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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.
10:00 AM 1h54 London Gatwick Airport 11:54 AM Maidstone €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:54 AM 2h00 London Gatwick Airport 12:54 PM Maidstone €38 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:00 AM 1h54 London Gatwick Airport 11:54 AM Maidstone €31 1 One-way 0 transfers10:54 AM 2h00 London Gatwick Airport 12:54 PM Maidstone €38 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Maidstone
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Maidstone run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:22, the last at 18:43. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 7:22 AM |
Last train 6:43 PM |
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Why book with Omio vs Southern?
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Train companies: Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Maidstone trainsSoutheastern, Southern, Thameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Maidstone from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Gatwick Airport and Maidstone
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FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Maidstone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Gatwick Airport to Maidstone
Most London Gatwick Airport to Maidstone trains use the London Victoria to Maidstone East station pair, with some services arriving at Maidstone West. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Maidstone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Maidstone East from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone East is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone East train station facilities and services
Maidstone East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone East. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone East: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone East: 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.
Getting to Maidstone West from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone West train station facilities and services
Maidstone West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone West.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone West. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Maidstone West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Maidstone, Travelodge Maidstone Central, The Townhouse Hotel.
Getting to Maidstone Barracks from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone Barracks is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone Barracks train station facilities and services
Maidstone Barracks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone Barracks.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone Barracks: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone Barracks: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone Barracks: 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.
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