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Trains from Reading West to Maidstone East (MDE)

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35

train journeys
per day

66

miles (106 kms)

2hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to Maidstone East (MDE)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Maidstone East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Maidstone East is approximately 66 miles (106 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 45 mins.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Maidstone East.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Maidstone East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Maidstone East Today

  • Mon 20th May
    06:09
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:38
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:03
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:48
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:56
    2 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    09:33
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:29
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:02
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:32
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:19
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:59
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:59
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:32
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:51
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:32
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    10:15
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    10:52
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    13:32
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    11:15
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    11:46
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    14:33
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    12:14
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:59
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    12:45
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:31
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    13:15
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    15:59
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    13:51
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:21
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    14:16
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    16:59
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    14:45
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    17:25
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East
  • Mon 20th May
    15:33
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Reading West
    Maidstone East
    Reading West to Maidstone East

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
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 Reading West and Maidstone East

The travel time between Reading West and Maidstone East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Maidstone East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 West & Maidstone East. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Maidstone East.

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