The average train between Essex and Maidstone takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex to Maidstone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Essex and Maidstone. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Maidstone at 4:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essex to Maidstone? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Essex to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Maidstone station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Essex to Maidstone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Maidstone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Maidstone West station.
Book your Essex to Maidstone train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Essex and Maidstone is 63.2 km. The road distance is 121 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Maidstone West via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Strood in around 2h 24m.