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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Maidstone East (MDE)

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62

train journeys
per day

117

miles (188 kms)

2hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Maidstone East (MDE)

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On a typical weekday there are 62 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Maidstone East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 62 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Maidstone East is approximately 117 miles (188 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 3 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Maidstone East.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Maidstone East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Maidstone East Today

  • Mon 20th May
    05:12
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:25
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    05:47
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    08:31
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:02
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    08:58
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:30
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:43
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:00
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:14
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    10:06
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:32
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:43
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:01
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:59
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:14
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    11:06
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:31
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:42
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    11:36
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:04
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:12
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:06
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:31
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:43
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:32
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    10:04
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    10:13
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:06
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    10:32
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Leicester
    Maidstone East
    Leicester to Maidstone East

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 Leicester and Maidstone East

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

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Maidstone East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 62 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Maidstone East. owever, there are 62 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Maidstone East.

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