What is the cheapest way to get from Barking to Gillingham?

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Gillingham is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barking to Gillingham?

The fastest way to get from Barking to Gillingham is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Barking station to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Station and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Barking to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Barking and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via West Ham DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Barking to Gillingham?

The distance between Barking and Gillingham is 35 miles. The road distance is 29.1 miles.

How do I travel from Barking to Gillingham without a car?

The best way to get from Barking to Gillingham without a car is to taxi and train which takes 1h 17m and costs £40 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Barking to Gillingham?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Barking to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Gillingham bus from?

Barking to Gillingham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Gillingham train from?

Barking to Gillingham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Stratford International station.

Train or bus from Barking to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Barking to Gillingham is to line 96 bus and line 700 bus which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Barking to Gillingham bus arrive?

Barking to Gillingham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barking to Gillingham train arrive?

Barking to Gillingham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Gillingham (Kent) station.

Can I drive from Barking to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Gillingham is 29 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Barking to Gillingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Barking to Gillingham?

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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Barking to Gillingham - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, and line 96 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Barking to Gillingham by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Plumsteadtaxi
2. Take the train from Plumstead to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
1h 17m
£42–52
Drive 28.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barking to Gillinghamcar 28.9 mi
38 min
£8–11
Line 96 bus, line 700 bus
1. Take the bus from Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Station to Bus Stationbus 96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 700
2h 30m
£30–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Gillinghamtaxi 28.9 mi
38 min
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
1h 19m
£16–32

Barking to Gillingham by train

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Distance: 35.1 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Barking, England and Gillingham, England?

You can take a vehicle from Barking to Waterfront Bus Station via Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Station and Bus Station in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent) hourly. Tickets cost £14–27 and the journey takes 37 min.

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