The average train between Maidstone and Essex takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Maidstone to Essex. 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 Maidstone and Essex. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London Bridge and take an average of 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Maidstone to Essex? 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 Maidstone to Essex. However, there are services departing from Maidstone station and arriving at Essex station via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Maidstone to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.
Maidstone to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Maidstone to Essex train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Maidstone and Essex is 63.2 km. The road distance is 132 km.
You can take a train from Maidstone East to White Notley via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 52m.