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

The cheapest way to get from Braintree to Gillingham is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Braintree to Gillingham is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Braintree and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Braintree to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from Bus Interchange and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Braintree and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Braintree to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Braintree and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Braintree to Gillingham?

The distance between Braintree and Gillingham is 71 miles. The road distance is 53.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Braintree to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Braintree to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Braintree to Gillingham bus from?

Braintree to Gillingham bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Braintree to Gillingham train from?

Braintree to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.

Train or bus from Braintree to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Braintree to Gillingham is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 170 bus and line 300 bus and line 100 bus and bus and line 700 bus, which costs and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Braintree to Gillingham bus arrive?

Braintree to Gillingham bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Braintree to Gillingham train arrive?

Braintree to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Braintree to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Braintree to Gillingham is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Braintree to Gillingham.

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

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Braintree to Gillingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Braintree to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
2h 2m
£36–69
Drive 53.6 mi
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1. Drive from Braintree to Gillinghamcar 53.6 mi
1h 4m
£14–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rue De Jeunes to Coach Stationbus X20
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain
2h 26m
£20–48
Train via Greenwich
1. Take the train from Braintree to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 38m
£34–65
Line 170 bus, line 300 bus, line 100 bus, bus, line 700 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Bus Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 700
5h 21m

Braintree to Gillingham by bus, foot, and train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 70.5 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a train from Braintree to Gillingham (Kent) via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Interchange to Waterfront Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 21m.

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