Travelling from Maidstone to Gatwick Airport by train

Want to know how to get from Maidstone to Gatwick Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Maidstone to Gatwick Airport take around 1 hour and 18 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 49 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Maidstone is scheduled to depart at around  04:56. The last departure is usually at around 23:13 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Maidstone at around 05:37, with the last train leaving at around 23:13. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 83 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 7 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$51.83.

We think any time is a great time to visit Gatwick Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Gatwick Airport.

Is there a direct train from Maidstone to Gatwick Airport?

The journey between Maidstone and Gatwick Airport usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Maidstone to Gatwick Airport every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Maidstone to Gatwick Airport?

The Maidstone to Gatwick Airport train travel takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Maidstone to Gatwick Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gatwick Airport leaving Maidstone at around 04:56 and the last train leaving at around 23:13 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Maidstone at around 05:37, with the final departure at 23:13.