How to get from Folkestone to Maidstone by train?

From Folkestone to Maidstone by train

To get from Folkestone to Maidstone in London, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Folkestone Central station to Paddock Wood station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Paddock Wood station to Maidstone West station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min.

97min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Maidstone
Leaves from Folkestone Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Folkestone Central
    940 m • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Paddock Wood
    50 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Strood
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Maidstone West
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to Maidstone
    Walk to
    Maidstone
    390 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Folkestone to Maidstone

The distance between Folkestone, London and Maidstone, London is approximately 73.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 97 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Folkestone to Maidstone by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Folkestone

Folkestone is located at West Cliff Gardens, London and the nearest public transport station is Bus Station Arrivals, Folkestone.

Bus stations close to Folkestone:

  • Bus Station Arrivals, Folkestone
  • Bus Station, Folkestone
  • Guildhall Street, Folkestone

Public transport stations close to Maidstone, London

Maidstone is located at Maidstone, London and the nearest public transport station is The Cannon, Maidstone.

Bus stations close to Maidstone:

  • The Cannon, Maidstone
  • Royal Star Arcade, Maidstone
  • Pudding Lane, Maidstone

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Maidstone?

    The fastest way takes 97 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Maidstone?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 37 min.

  • Which train line goes from Folkestone to Maidstone?

    The SOUTHEASTERN train line goes from Folkestone Central station near Folkestone in Shepway to London Charing Cross station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till London Charing Cross station near Maidstone in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Folkestone to Maidstone by train?

    The total travel time between Folkestone in Shepway and Maidstone in London by train is about 1 hr 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Folkestone to get to Maidstone?

    Get on the SOUTHEASTERN train from the Folkestone Central station near Folkestone in Shepway.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Folkestone and Maidstone?

    Get off the train at the London Charing Cross station, which is closest to Maidstone in London.