The average train between Maidstone and Wakefield takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is an hourly train service from Maidstone to Wakefield. 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 Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Maidstone to Wakefield? 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 Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Maidstone station and arriving at Wakefield station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Maidstone to Wakefield train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.
Maidstone to Wakefield train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
Book your Maidstone to Wakefield train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Maidstone and Wakefield is 301.3 km. The road distance is 351 km.
You can take a train from Maidstone East to Wakefield Westgate via London Victoria, Victoria station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 37m.