Maidstone to Parkstone (Dorset) by train
| First train | 04:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:58 | |
| Departure station | Maidstone | |
| Arrival station | Parkstone (Dorset) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 39m | |
| Distance | 114 miles (183 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern |
Travel from Maidstone to Parkstone (Dorset) by train in 3 hours 39 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Maidstone to Parkstone (Dorset) by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Maidstone to Parkstone (Dorset) by train is 7 hours 30 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 39 minutes. You'll usually find 2 trains per day travelling the 114 miles (183 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Parkstone (Dorset). You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southeastern on your way to Parkstone (Dorset), as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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