The average train between Maidstone and Lincoln takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Maidstone to Lincoln. 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 every 4 hours between Maidstone and Lincoln. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Lincoln at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Strood and take an average of 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Maidstone to Lincoln? 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 Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Strood station and arriving at Lincoln Central station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Maidstone to Lincoln train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.
Maidstone to Lincoln train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Lincoln Central station.
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The distance between Maidstone and Lincoln is 229.5 km. The road distance is 273 km.
You can take a train from Maidstone West to Lincoln Central via Strood, London St Pancras International, and King's Cross in around 4h 2m.