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It takes an average of 16h 23m to travel from Carlisle to Maidstone by train, over a distance of around 288 miles (464 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Carlisle to Maidstone and tickets for this journey start from £79.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 18:34 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:34 | |
| Departure station | Carlisle | |
| Arrival station | Maidstone | |
| Journey time | From 16h 20m | |
| Distance | 288 miles (464 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 5 changes | |
| Price | From £79.20 | |
| Train operators | East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Carlisle to Maidstone by train
Looking to travel from Carlisle to Maidstone by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 16 hours 23 minutes to travel from Carlisle to Maidstone by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 16 hours 20 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 288 miles (464 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 5 changes during the journey to Maidstone, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to get to Maidstone. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Carlisle to Maidstone in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £79.20.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.