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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Gillingham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Gillingham is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Railway Station Stop SA via Airport Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Meeting House Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Bedford to Gillingham?

The distance between Bedford and Gillingham is 158 miles. The road distance is 131 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Bedford to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Gillingham bus from?

Bedford to Gillingham bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, depart from St Paul's Square station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Gillingham train from?

Bedford to Gillingham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Bedford to Gillingham is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Bedford to Gillingham bus arrive?

Bedford to Gillingham bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Gillingham train arrive?

Bedford to Gillingham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at West Hampstead Thameslink station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Gillingham is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Bedford to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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Bedford to Gillingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 724 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bedford to Gillingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 39m
£69–165
Drive 130.2 mi
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1. Drive from Bedford to Gillinghamcar 130.2 mi
2h 50m
£32–46
Bus, line 724 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 724 / ...
3. Take the train from Woking to Gillingham (Dorset)train
6h 41m
£37–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Meeting House Lanebus 035
6h 54m
£36–84

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Gillingham, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Bedford to Gillingham (Dorset) via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Paul's Square to Gillingham (Dorset) via Airport Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Meeting House Lane, Railway Station Stop SA, and Salisbury in around 6h 54m.

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