The average train between Maidstone and Chester takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Maidstone to Chester. 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 2 hours between Maidstone and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 6:14 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:08 PM. All services require a transfer at London Charing Cross and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Maidstone to Chester? 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 Chester. However, there are services departing from Maidstone station and arriving at Chester station via London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
Maidstone to Chester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.
Maidstone to Chester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Maidstone to Chester train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Maidstone and Chester is 315.6 km. The road distance is 351 km.
You can take a train from Maidstone East to Chester via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 15m.