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Trains from Maidstone West (MDW) to Lancaster (LAN)

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16

train journeys
per day

237

miles (382 kms)

4hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 23:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Maidstone West (MDW) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Maidstone West and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Maidstone West to Lancaster is approximately 237 miles (382 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 8 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone West and Lancaster.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Maidstone West to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Maidstone West to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    09:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:46
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    12:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    13:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    17:56
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    18:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:30
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    19:56
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:30
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:30
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    21:57
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:00
    10 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    08:28
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:06
    10 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    09:55
    Maidstone West
    Lancaster
    Maidstone West to Lancaster

About Maidstone West Station

Station name Maidstone West (MDW)
Address Maidstone West station, Station Approach, off The Broadway, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8RJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 12:50
Saturday 06:10 - 12:50
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 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 Maidstone West and Lancaster

The travel time between Maidstone West and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Maidstone West and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:30.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Maidstone West & Lancaster. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone West and Lancaster.

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