4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidstone to Manchester
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $95
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $112
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 3 h 52 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 3 h 59 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidstone to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidstone to Manchester will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $95.
To travel from Maidstone to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+
W34040+
P864438:44 AM 4h00 Maidstone East (MDE) 12:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) $95 1 One-way 2 changes- Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W34210+P89392 · P85330
9:08 AM 3h57 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) 1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) $95 1 One-way 3 changes - Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W34210+P86643
8:59 AM 4h06 Maidstone East (MDE) 1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) $95 1 One-way 2 changes - Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+W34102+P86439
8:14 AM 4h05 Maidstone East (MDE) 12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) $98 1 One-way 2 changes - Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W34102+P89383 · P85326
8:27 AM 3h52 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) 12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) $143 1 One-way 3 changes
- Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W34102+P89383 · P85326
8:27 AM 3h52 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) 12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) $143 1 One-way 3 changes - Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W34210+P89392 · P85330
9:08 AM 3h57 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) 1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) $95 1 One-way 3 changes - Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+W34040+P86443
8:44 AM 4h00 Maidstone East (MDE) 12:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) $95 1 One-way 2 changes - Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W34059+P85323 · P89374
8:02 AM 4h03 Maidstone Barracks (MDB) 12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) $143 1 One-way 3 changes - Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+W34102+P86439
8:14 AM 4h05 Maidstone East (MDE) 12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) $98 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidstone to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Maidstone to Manchester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Maidstone to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Maidstone to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Friday, 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34059+P85323 · P89374+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 8:02 AM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 4h03 | 12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| W34102+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+P86439 | 8:14 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 4h05 | 12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W34102+P89383+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+P85326 | 8:27 AM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 3h52 | 12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| W34040+P86443+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston | 8:44 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 4h00 | 12:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W34210+P86643+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | 8:59 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 4h06 | 1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W34210+P85330+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+P89392 | 9:08 AM Maidstone Barracks (MDB) | 3h57 | 1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
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FAQs: Maidstone to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Maidstone and Manchester
Most Maidstone to Manchester trains use the Maidstone East to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Maidstone and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Maidstone station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Maidstone East from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone East is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone East train station facilities and services
Maidstone East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone East: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from the main side entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. Step free access to platform 3, terminal platform, for services towards London. There is step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 200 metres. From the Ticket office the step free access to all platforms is via the station forecourt, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 01:00 Saturday 05:30 - 01:00 Sunday 06:30 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Maidstone Barracks from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone Barracks is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone Barracks train station facilities and services
Maidstone Barracks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone Barracks.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone Barracks: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone Barracks: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone Barracks: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access.Steps to all platforms down from main road.Interchange between platforms via steps up to road bridge. Unstaffed station. There are no station staff but there are staff to assist on the trains, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Maidstone West from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone West train station facilities and services
Maidstone West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone West.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone West. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Maidstone West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Maidstone, Travelodge Maidstone Central, The Townhouse Hotel.
Which Manchester station do trains from Maidstone arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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