Maidstone West railway station facts for kids
Maidstone West railway station is one of three important train stations that serve the town of Maidstone in Kent, England. It is located on the Medway Valley Line, which is a railway route that follows the beautiful River Medway. This station is super handy because it's just a short walk from Maidstone's main shopping street, making it easy for people to get around.
Quick facts for kids Maidstone West |
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| Location | |
| Place | Maidstone |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Grid reference | TQ755553 |
| Operations | |
| Station code | MDW |
| Managed by | Southeastern |
| Platforms in use | 2 |
| Live arrivals/departures and station information from National Rail | |
| History | |
| 25 September 1844 | Opened (Terminus) |
| 18 June 1856 | Through station opened |
| National Rail - UK railway stations | |
| A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z | |
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About Maidstone West Station
Maidstone West is a busy station that helps many people travel each day. It has two platforms, which are the raised areas where you wait for trains. Trains arrive and depart from these platforms, taking passengers to different towns and cities.
Where is it?
The station is located right in the heart of Maidstone. This makes it very convenient for students, shoppers, and anyone visiting the town. You can easily walk from the station to the main shops and attractions.
What Trains Use It?
The main train company that uses Maidstone West is Southeastern. They run trains along the Medway Valley Line. This line connects Maidstone with other places like Maidstone Barracks and East Farleigh.
During busy times, like rush hour, some special trains also use this station. These trains can even connect to the High Speed 1 line. This means you can get to London much faster!
Station History
Maidstone West station first opened its doors a very long time ago, on 25 September 1844. When it first opened, it was the end of the line, meaning trains stopped there and didn't go any further.
Later, on 18 June 1856, the station became a "through station." This meant the railway line was extended, and trains could now pass through Maidstone West to reach other destinations. This was a big step for travel in the area!
Related Pages
- Maidstone Barracks railway station
- Maidstone East railway station
Images for kids
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Maidstone West railway station in 1958
