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Southport to Maidstone West by train

First train

20:05

Last train

20:05

Departure station

Southport

Arrival station

Maidstone West

Journey time

From 11h 17m

Distance

221 miles (356 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Southeastern

Take the train from Southport to Maidstone West in 11 hours 17 minutes

If you want to travel from Southport to Maidstone West by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Southport to Maidstone West by train to take around 11 hours 20 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 11 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 221 miles (356 km). You'll have to make 4 changes along the way on your journey to Maidstone West. You can travel on this route with either East Midlands Railway or Southeastern trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Southport to Maidstone West are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Southport to Maidstone West? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Southport and Maidstone West by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Southport to Maidstone West is 11 hours and 17 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Southport to Maidstone West?

No, there are no direct train services from Southport to Maidstone West. Travelling from Southport to Maidstone West by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Southport to Maidstone West leave?

The first train from Southport to Maidstone West leaves at 20:05. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Southport to Maidstone West leave?

The last train from Southport to Maidstone West leaves at 20:05. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Southport and Maidstone West by train?

Trains travelling from Southport to Maidstone West cover a distance of around 221 miles (356 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Southport to Maidstone West

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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