The average train between Hartlepool and Maidstone takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool 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 every 4 hours between Hartlepool and Maidstone. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 5:59 PM which arrives into Maidstone at 6:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Maidstone station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Hartlepool to Maidstone train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Hartlepool station.
Hartlepool to Maidstone train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Strood station.
Book your Hartlepool to Maidstone train tickets online with Grand Central Trains and Southeastern.
The distance between Hartlepool and Maidstone is 397.3 km. The road distance is 466 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Maidstone West via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Strood in around 4h 43m.