The average train between Maidstone and Croydon takes 1h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Maidstone to Croydon. 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 Maidstone and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Croydon at 11:28 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Maidstone station and arriving at Croydon station via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.
Maidstone to Croydon train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.
Maidstone to Croydon train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.
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The distance between Maidstone and Croydon is 44.8 km. The road distance is 76 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Maidstone East to London Bridge hourly. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 53 min.