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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham is to bus and train via Gillingham (Kent) which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Gillingham?

The distance between Bournemouth and Gillingham is 142 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Gillingham train from?

Bournemouth to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Gillingham train arrive?

Bournemouth to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Gillingham is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Bournemouth to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

There are 1583+ hotels available in Gillingham.

Bournemouth to Gillingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 35m
£61–133
Bus, train via Gillingham (Kent)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 14m
£31–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 36m
£38–86
Drive 136.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Gillinghamcar 136.8 mi
2h 29m
£34–49
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
3h 57m
£61–136

Bournemouth to Gillingham by train and subway

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.7 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Kent) via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 3h 35m.

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