The average train between Rochester and Gillingham takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochester 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 Rochester and Gillingham. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Gillingham at 6:03 AM. All services require a transfer at London Bridge and take an average of 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Rochester 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 Rochester to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Gillingham station via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Rochester to Gillingham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Gillingham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Gillingham (Dorset) station.
Book your Rochester to Gillingham train tickets online with Southeastern, Southern and South Western Railway.
The distance between Rochester and Gillingham is 197.6 km. The road distance is 219 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Gillingham (Dorset) via London Bridge, London Bridge Station, Waterloo Station / York Road, and London Waterloo in around 4h 1m.