The average train between Maidstone and Durham takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Maidstone to Durham. 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 Durham. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Durham at 9:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Strood and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Maidstone to Durham? 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 Durham. However, there are services departing from Maidstone station and arriving at Durham station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Maidstone to Durham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.
Maidstone to Durham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Durham station.
Book your Maidstone to Durham train tickets online with Southeastern and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Maidstone and Durham is 414.6 km. The road distance is 477 km.
You can take a train from Maidstone West to Durham via Strood, London St Pancras International, and King's Cross in around 4h 43m.