What is the cheapest way to get from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham?

The cheapest way to get from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham is to bus and train which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham?

The fastest way to get from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Bury St Edmunds and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Bury St Edmunds and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Stowmarket, Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham?

The distance between Bury St Edmunds and Gillingham is 206 miles. The road distance is 188.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham without a car?

The best way to get from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £85 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham train from?

Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stowmarket station.

Where does the Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham?

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 57m
£89–210
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thetford to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950
2. Take the train from Woking to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
8h
£42–94
Drive 187.2 mi
1. Drive from Bury St Edmunds to Gillinghamcar 187.2 mi
3h 14m
£46–66
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Bury St Edmunds to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Tottenham Haletrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train
5h 37m
£78–173

Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham by train and subway

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4h 57mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Bury St Edmunds, England and Gillingham, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Dorset) via Stowmarket, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 57m.

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