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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
It's difficult to get from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) without transferring at least once.
SE294600 · P62744+
W595041:38 AM5h26Maidstone East (MDE)7:04 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$701One-way2 transfers- P62755+
W602055:29 AM1h49Maidstone East (MDE)7:18 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$701One-way1 transfer
- P62755+W602055:29 AM1h49Maidstone East (MDE)7:18 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$701One-way1 transfer
- SE294600 · P62744+W595041:38 AM5h26Maidstone East (MDE)7:04 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$701One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $58 (€46).
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 46m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€46) compared to roughly $16 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-42.07 (€-33.63). The journey takes 1h 31m versus 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:14 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 2h02 | 11:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 13 | |||||
| 6:27 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 2h37 | 9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:27 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h52 | 9:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:29, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 4:29 AM |
Last train 10:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Southeastern, Southern from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSoutheastern, Southern trains will get you between Maidstone East (MDE) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $34 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Maidstone East (MDE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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WC
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Rooms on the platforms only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and Platform 2/3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
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