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Trains from Reading Stations to Maidstone East (MDE)

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65

train journeys
per day

65

miles (106 kms)

2hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

03:54 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Maidstone East (MDE)

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On a typical weekday there are 65 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and Maidstone East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 65 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Maidstone East is approximately 65 miles (106 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 25 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Maidstone East.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Maidstone East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Reading Stations to Maidstone East Today

  • Mon 20th May
    03:54
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    04:35
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    07:58
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    05:10
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    07:59
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    05:48
    2 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    08:25
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:00
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:29
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:14
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:34
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:59
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:42
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:03
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:44
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:03
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:50
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:07
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:20
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:38
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:51
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:20
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:41
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:59
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:57
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:20
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:32
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:28
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    11:32
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:42
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Reading
    Maidstone East
    Reading to Maidstone East

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 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 Reading Stations and Maidstone East

The travel time between Reading Stations and Maidstone East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Maidstone East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 65 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Reading Stations 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 Reading Stations & Maidstone East. owever, there are 65 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Maidstone East.

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