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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Maidstone East (MDE)

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43

train journeys
per day

59

miles (96 kms)

2hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:40

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Maidstone East (MDE)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Maidstone East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Maidstone East is approximately 59 miles (96 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 13 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Maidstone East.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Maidstone East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Maidstone East Today

  • Mon 20th May
    05:12
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    07:58
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    05:46
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    08:25
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:11
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    08:58
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:45
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:25
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:52
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    09:59
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:48
    2 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:44
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:55
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    11:59
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:44
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:44
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:59
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:52
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    10:41
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    10:52
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    11:42
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    14:25
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    11:42
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:59
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    11:52
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:59
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    12:42
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    12:42
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    15:59
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    12:52
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:59
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    13:10
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:21
    Ipswich
    Maidstone East
    Ipswich to Maidstone East

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
Address Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Ipswich and Maidstone East

The travel time between Ipswich and Maidstone East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Maidstone East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:40.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ipswich & Maidstone East. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Maidstone East.

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