The average train between Southend-on-Sea and Maidstone takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea and Maidstone. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southend-on-Sea is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Maidstone at 12:35 AM. All services require a transfer at London Fenchurch Street and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 56m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Southend Central station and arriving at Maidstone East station via London Fenchurch Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Southend-on-Sea to Maidstone train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.
Southend-on-Sea to Maidstone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Maidstone East station.
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The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Maidstone is 33.1 km. The road distance is 79 km.
You can take a train from Southend Central to Maidstone East via London Fenchurch Street and London Bridge in around 2h 38m.