Marden is a stop on the South Eastern Main Line in Kent between Paddock Wood and Staplehurst.
Southeastern 375 702 departs the station
Information
Type:
National Rail
(South Eastern Main Line)
Station code:
MRN
Opened:
1842
Platforms:
2
The station was opened by the South Eastern Railway in 1842 when they extended their line from Tonbridge to Headcorn. Freight was an important traffic for the line, especially the transport of fruit. The area around Marden being a prime apple growing region. Marden is famous for fruit production and holding an annual fruit festival since 1933. The line through Marden was electrified in 1961. The station was rebuilt at this time.
The station is managed by Southeastern Railway. It is staffed part time and has a ticket office. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge.
