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Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Plymouth (PLY)

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19

train journeys
per day

213

miles (342 kms)

4hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

00:35 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Maidstone East and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Maidstone East to Plymouth is approximately 213 miles (342 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 14 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Southeastern, CrossCountry, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone East and Plymouth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Maidstone East to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Maidstone East to Plymouth

Journeys from Maidstone East to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    00:35
    10 hrs 12 mins6 changes
    10:47
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:00
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    11:10
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:14
    5 hrs3 changes
    12:14
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:14
    4 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    13:03
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:14
    4 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    14:13
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:14
    4 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    15:13
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:14
    4 hrs 58 mins3 changes
    16:12
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:14
    4 hrs 58 mins3 changes
    17:12
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:14
    5 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    18:17
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:14
    5 hrs 6 mins3 changes
    19:20
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:14
    5 hrs 6 mins3 changes
    20:20
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:02
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    21:12
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:27
    5 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    22:10
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:14
    5 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    22:18
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:14
    5 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    23:36
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:27
    6 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    00:53
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    21:30
    8 hrs 8 mins4 changes
    05:38
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    22:30
    11 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    09:39
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:30
    11 hrs 17 mins6 changes
    10:47
    Maidstone East
    Plymouth
    Maidstone East to Plymouth

About Maidstone East Station

Station name Maidstone East (MDE)
AddressMaidstone East station, Station Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QN
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:45 - 20:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
AddressPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Maidstone East and Plymouth

The travel time between Maidstone East and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Maidstone East and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Maidstone East and Plymouth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Maidstone East & Plymouth. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Southeastern, CrossCountry, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone East and Plymouth.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Maidstone East and Plymouth, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.