The cheapest and fastest trains from Sittingbourne to Maidstone
- Cheapest price on Nov 05
- €5
- Average ticket price on Nov 05
- €10
- Fastest journey on Nov 05
- 53 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 05
- 1 h 5 m
- Trains on Nov 05
- 22
- Distance
- 17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sittingbourne to Maidstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sittingbourne to Maidstone will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
It's difficult to get from Sittingbourne to Maidstone without transferring at least once.
P86182 · P89496+
C100793:15 PM 1h10 Sittingbourne station (SIT) 4:25 PM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) €5 1 One-way 2 transfers
P86185 · P89500+
C100263:45 PM 1h14 Sittingbourne station (SIT) 4:59 PM Maidstone West (MDW) €5 1 One-way 2 transfers
P85351 · P895003:40 PM 1h16 Sittingbourne station (SIT) 4:56 PM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) €5 1 One-way 1 transfer
P85160 · P895064:10 PM 1h16 Sittingbourne station (SIT) 5:26 PM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) €5 1 One-way 1 transfer
P85155 · P894963:10 PM 1h15 Sittingbourne station (SIT) 4:25 PM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) €5 1 One-way 1 transfer
P86112 · P86372+
C186486:43 AM 0h53 Sittingbourne station (SIT) 7:36 AM Maidstone West (MDW) €11 1 One-way 2 transfers
P85317 · P863726:35 AM 1h01 Sittingbourne station (SIT) 7:36 AM Maidstone West (MDW) €13 1 One-way 1 transfer
P86182 · P89496+
C100793:15 PM 1h10 Sittingbourne station (SIT) 4:25 PM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) €5 1 One-way 2 transfers
P86185 · P89500+
C100263:45 PM 1h11 Sittingbourne station (SIT) 4:56 PM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) €5 1 One-way 2 transfers
P86108+
C10052+
P893626:15 AM 1h11 Sittingbourne station (SIT) 7:26 AM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) €11 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sittingbourne to Maidstone
Trains from Sittingbourne to Maidstone run on average 6 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 46m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Live departures
Sittingbourne to Maidstone train times
The table below shows live departures for Sittingbourne to Maidstone trains for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P85323 · P89399 | On time 8:11 AM Sittingbourne station (SIT) | 1h15 | 9:26 AM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 1 transfer | |
P86125_P86126 · P89399+ C10021 | On time 8:15 AM Sittingbourne station (SIT) | 1h11 | 9:26 AM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 2 transfers | |
P85326 · P89407 | On time 8:40 AM Sittingbourne station (SIT) | 1h17 | 9:57 AM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 1 transfer | |
P86130_P86131 · P89407+ C10045 | On time 8:43 AM Sittingbourne station (SIT) | 1h14 | 9:57 AM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 2 transfers | |
P85330 · P89417 | On time 9:10 AM Sittingbourne station (SIT) | 1h16 | 10:26 AM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 1 transfer | |
P86136_P86137 · P89417+ C10041 | On time 9:15 AM Sittingbourne station (SIT) | 1h11 | 10:26 AM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 2 transfers | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sittingbourne and Maidstone
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Sittingbourne to Maidstone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sittingbourne 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 Sittingbourne to Maidstone
Most Sittingbourne to Maidstone trains use the Sittingbourne to Maidstone Barracks station pair, with some services arriving at Maidstone West. Use this guide to compare Sittingbourne and Maidstone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sittingbourne station do trains to Maidstone leave from?
Getting to Sittingbourne from Sittingbourne city centre
Sittingbourne train station facilities and services
Sittingbourne has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sittingbourne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sittingbourne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sittingbourne. 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 Sittingbourne: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sittingbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sittingbourne: 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 main entrance. Step free access to platform 2 and 3 for services away from London and to Sheerness available via the lift. Stepped access to all platforms via the station footbridge. Short steep ramp to platform one when booking hall closed, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: In booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:50 - 01:30 Saturday 04:50 - 01:30 Sunday 06:30 - 01:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Maidstone station do trains from Sittingbourne arrive at?
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.
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.
