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Compare train and bus for Maidstone to Staplehurst
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone to Staplehurst among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Maidstone to Staplehurst
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Trains from Maidstone to Staplehurst run on average 3 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:42, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 33m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $5 (€4)
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 01:42 |
Last train 22:58 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $5 (€4)
Train companies: Southeastern from Maidstone to Staplehurst trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Maidstone and Staplehurst from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€14)
Southeastern frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Trains from Maidstone to Staplehurst
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone to Staplehurst 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 Staplehurst, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train from Maidstone to Staplehurst takes 33m and runs 3 per day.
A stay of 1-2 days in Staplehurst is generally sufficient to explore its key attractions and enjoy the local ambiance.
Yes, a day trip from Maidstone to Staplehurst is feasible. The journey takes 33m and trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 7 miles (12 km).
Train ticket prices from Maidstone to Staplehurst can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $17 (€14), while the average price is around $17 (€14).
The last train from Maidstone to Staplehurst leaves at 10:58 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Staplehurst is by bus, with a cost of around $5 (€4).
There is no direct train service currently available from Maidstone to Staplehurst.
The first train from Maidstone to Staplehurst leaves at 1:42 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Maidstone to Staplehurst.
Yes, you can take the train from Maidstone to Staplehurst.
The train journey from Maidstone to Staplehurst offers pleasant countryside views with fields and farmland, typical of the Kent region, but it is not renowned for particularly dramatic or scenic landscapes.
The distance by train from Maidstone to Staplehurst is 7 miles (12 km).
The train station in Maidstone that goes to Staplehurst is Maidstone West (MDW), which connects to Staplehurst station (SPU).
There is no high speed train available from Maidstone to Staplehurst.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Maidstone to Staplehurst
Maidstone
Staplehurst
The major train station for departures in Maidstone is Maidstone Barracks. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Maidstone Barracks for your trip from Maidstone to Staplehurst.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Maidstone Barracks
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Maidstone West: Opposite the station entrance on Buckland Hill. Towards Strood: Outside the station, on Buckland Hill.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
WCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Rooms on the platforms only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and Platform 2/3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Maidstone East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Station Approach.
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Maidstone
- Travelodge Maidstone Central
- The Townhouse Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and access to platforms
Public transit options for Maidstone West
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Train: Southeastern services
The major train station for arrivals in Staplehurst is Staplehurst. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Staplehurst for your journey to Staplehurst from Maidstone.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:40 Sunday 08:10 - 16:30 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from main entrance. Step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via lift. Stepped access between platforms available via station footbridge. Step free interchange between platforms via lifts.
- 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: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:40 Sunday 08:10 - 16:30
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- 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: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Staplehurst
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt (London side of the station)
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