What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset)?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset)?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Gillingham (Dorset)?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset). However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Southampton Central and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset)?

The distance between Bournemouth and Gillingham (Dorset) is 75 miles. The road distance is 34.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset)?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) train from?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) train arrive?

Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) is 35 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset).

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham (Dorset)?

There are 678+ hotels available in Gillingham (Dorset).

Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Gillingham (Dorset)train
2h 29m
£25–58
Drive 34.6 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset)car 34.6 mi
56 min
£9–13
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Gillingham (Dorset)train
3h
£13–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset)taxi 34.6 mi
56 min
£70–90

Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) by train

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Distance: 74.7 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Gillingham (Dorset), England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Dorset) via Southampton Central and Salisbury in around 2h 29m.

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