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Outbound fromMaidstone East to Farnborough (Main) by train
It takes an average of 2h 30m to travel from Maidstone East to Farnborough (Main) by train, over a distance of around 55 miles (89 km). There are normally 9 trains per day travelling from Maidstone East to Farnborough (Main) and tickets for this journey start from £46.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:28 | |
| Departure station | Maidstone East | |
| Arrival station | Farnborough (Main) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 17m | |
| Distance | 55 miles (89 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £46.70 | |
| Train operators | London Overground, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern |
About the train journey from Maidstone East to Farnborough (Main)
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The train from Maidstone East to Farnborough (Main) usually takes 2 hours 30 minutes on average to travel 55 miles (89 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 17 minutes. You can expect to find 9 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Farnborough (Main), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with South Western Railway, Southeastern or London Overground, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Maidstone East to Farnborough (Main) if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £46.70. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Maidstone East to Farnborough (Main)
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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