The average train between Maidstone and Caen takes 7h 37m and the fastest train takes 5h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Maidstone to Caen. 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 3 hours between Maidstone and Caen. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Caen at 1:16 PM. All services require a transfer at Strood and take an average of 7h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Maidstone to Caen? 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 Maidstone to Caen. However, there are services departing from Maidstone station and arriving at Caen station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.
Maidstone to Caen train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.
Maidstone to Caen train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Caen station.
Book your Maidstone to Caen train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Maidstone and Caen is 239.6 km. The road distance is 761 km.
You can take a train from Maidstone West to Caen via Strood, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Magenta, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, and Paris St Lazare in around 7h 16m.