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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Maidstone East (MDE)

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27

train journeys
per day

30

miles (49 kms)

49 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 00:01

first / last train

1

direct trains

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Maidstone East (MDE)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Maidstone East , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Maidstone East is approximately 30 miles (49 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 27 mins.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Maidstone East.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Maidstone East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 49 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone West to Maidstone East Today

  • Mon 20th May
    04:44
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    05:58
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    05:51
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    06:58
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:11
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:12
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:29
    56 mins 1 change
    07:25
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:58
    1 hrs 1 change
    07:58
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:36
    49 mins Direct
    08:25
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:01
    57 mins 1 change
    08:58
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:08
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    10:13
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:25
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    11:13
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    12:13
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    13:26
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    13:13
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    14:13
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    15:01
    59 mins 1 change
    16:00
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    15:11
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    15:57
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    17:00
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    16:11
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    17:25
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    16:55
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    18:00
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    16:59
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    18:25
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    18:01
    59 mins 1 change
    19:00
    Folkestone West
    Maidstone East
    Folkestone West to Maidstone East

About Folkestone West Station

Station name Folkestone West (FKW)
Address Folkestone West station, Station Approach, off Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3PA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 13:05
Saturday 07:35 - 14:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Maidstone East Station

Station name Maidstone East (MDE)
Address Maidstone East station, Station Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:45 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Maidstone East

The travel time between Folkestone West and Maidstone East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Maidstone East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

First class tickets on trains between Folkestone West and Maidstone East typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Maidstone East can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Folkestone West to Maidstone East

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Maidstone East.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Folkestone West and Maidstone East, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.