The average train between Essex and Gillingham takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex to Gillingham. 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 Essex and Gillingham. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Gillingham at 11:04 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essex to Gillingham? 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 Essex to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Gillingham station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.
Essex to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Gillingham (Kent) station.
Book your Essex to Gillingham train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Essex and Gillingham is 49.4 km. The road distance is 108 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Gillingham (Kent) via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 50m.