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Outbound fromBarking to Maidstone by train
It takes an average of 2h 9m to travel from Barking to Maidstone by train, over a distance of around 27 miles (43 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Barking to Maidstone and tickets for this journey start from £12.40 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Barking to Maidstone by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Barking to Maidstone? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Barking and Maidstone, which usually take 2 hours 9 minutes to complete the 27 miles (43 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 9 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Maidstone by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Southeastern, Thameslink or c2c are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Barking to Maidstone start from £12.40 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Maidstone? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
FAQs about the train journey from Barking to Maidstone
Want to know more about your journey from Barking to Maidstone? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Barking to Maidstone
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Barking to Maidstone is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.