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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Gillingham is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Gillingham is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Windmill Road via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Gillingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canterbury East and arriving at Gillingham (Kent). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Canterbury to Gillingham?

The distance between Canterbury and Gillingham is 26 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £13 - £27.

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

The train from Canterbury East to Gillingham (Kent) takes 42 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Gillingham bus from?

Canterbury to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Gillingham train from?

Canterbury to Gillingham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury East station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Gillingham is to train which takes 42 min and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs £6 - £17 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Canterbury to Gillingham bus arrive?

Canterbury to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Canterbury to Gillingham train arrive?

Canterbury to Gillingham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Gillingham (Kent) station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Gillingham is 29 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Canterbury to Gillingham.

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

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Canterbury to Gillingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 132 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Gillingham (Kent)train Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
42 min
£13–27
Bus, line 132 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to Windmill Roadbus 132 / ...
1h 35m
£7–16
Drive 28.6 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Gillinghamcar 28.6 mi
33 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Gillinghamtaxi 28.6 mi
33 min
£120–160

Canterbury to Gillingham by train

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Distance: 25.8 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Canterbury East to Gillingham (Kent) hourly. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Windmill Road via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 1h 35m.

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