Maidstone to Birmingham International by train

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Overview: trains from Maidstone to Birmingham International

Find the key information for travelling by train from Maidstone to Birmingham International, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:50 View journey
Last train 22:56 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 40m View journey
Distance (km) 202
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey US$51.33 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 18m
Train operators 6

Taking the train from Maidstone to Birmingham International

Ready to book a trip from Maidstone to Birmingham International by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Cost of a train ticket between Maidstone and Birmingham International

The cheapest ticket price along this route is US$51.33. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 2 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Maidstone and Birmingham International

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 21 trains make this journey of 202 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Maidstone is at 05:50 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:33.

During the weekend, 06:26 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:56 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 30 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Maidstone to Birmingham International?

This journey covers a total of 202 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 40 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between Maidstone and Birmingham International?

Tickets along this route go on sale 2 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making your Maidstone to Birmingham International travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Birmingham International.

FAQs about the train journey from Maidstone to Birmingham International

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

The total distance from Maidstone to Birmingham International is 202 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.