Chester to Maidstone by train
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Overview: trains from Chester to Maidstone
Find the key information for travelling by train from Chester to Maidstone, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Travelling by train from Chester to Maidstone
Ready to travel from Chester to Maidstone by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.
Train cost between Chester and Maidstone: point-to-point tickets
Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$91.50, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.
Cost of travel with European train passes
Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.
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Chester to Maidstone departure frequency and train timetable
With 13 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 57 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:22 and the last one is at 21:35. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:22, with the last one at 22:28.
Average train travel time from Chester to Maidstone
The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 29 minutes, travelling a total distance of 315 kilometres.
Booking time frame: Chester to Maidstone trains
Tickets for travel to Maidstone along this route are available for purchase 2 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.
Learn more about train travel from Chester to Maidstone
Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Maidstone city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.
FAQs about the train journey from Chester to Maidstone
Want to know more about your journey from Chester to Maidstone? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey from Chester to Maidstone covers 315 kilometres in total.
The cheapest fare for this route is US$91.50. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .
Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 2 and a half months in advance.
The fastest jouney takes 3 hours and 29 minutes.
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