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Outbound fromMaidstone to Beeston by train
It takes an average of 3h 50m to travel from Maidstone to Beeston by train, over a distance of around 136 miles (218 km). There are normally 34 trains per day travelling from Maidstone to Beeston and tickets for this journey start from £117 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:05 | |
| Departure station | Maidstone | |
| Arrival station | Beeston | |
| Journey time | From 2h 50m | |
| Distance | 136 miles (218 km) | |
| Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £117 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern |
Taking the train from Maidstone to Beeston in 2 hours 50 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Maidstone to Beeston? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 50 minutes to travel the 136 miles (218 km) from Maidstone to Beeston by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 50 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 34 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Beeston. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Maidstone to Beeston in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £117.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Beeston by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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