The average train between Ely and Maidstone takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is an hourly train service from Ely to Maidstone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Ely and Maidstone. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Maidstone at 10:26 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ely to Maidstone? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ely to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Maidstone station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Ely to Maidstone train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Maidstone train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Maidstone East station.
Book your Ely to Maidstone train tickets online with Great Northern and Southeastern.
The distance between Ely and Maidstone is 127.2 km. The road distance is 234 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Maidstone East via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 3h 3m.