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

The cheapest way to get from Charlton to Gillingham is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlton to Gillingham is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Charlton and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlton to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from St Luke's Church / Charlton and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via Bexleyheath Clock Tower and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Charlton and Gillingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Charlton and arriving at Gillingham (Kent). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Charlton to Gillingham?

The distance between Charlton and Gillingham is 27 miles. The road distance is 26.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charlton to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £27.

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

The train from Charlton to Gillingham (Kent) takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Gillingham bus from?

Charlton to Gillingham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from St Luke's Church / Charlton station.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Gillingham train from?

Charlton to Gillingham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Charlton station.

Train or bus from Charlton to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Charlton to Gillingham is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 486 bus and line 96 bus and line 700 bus, which costs £2 - £40 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Charlton to Gillingham bus arrive?

Charlton to Gillingham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Friswell Place station.

Where does the Charlton to Gillingham train arrive?

Charlton to Gillingham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Gillingham (Kent) station.

Can I drive from Charlton to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlton to Gillingham is 27 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Charlton to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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Charlton to Gillingham - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 486 bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Charlton to Gillingham (Kent)train St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
1h 4m
£13–27
Line 486 bus, line 96 bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Luke's Church / Charlton to Friswell Placebus 486
2. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 700
2h 2m
£3–39
Drive 26.5 mi
1. Drive from Charlton to Gillinghamcar 26.5 mi
35 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charlton to Gillinghamtaxi 26.5 mi
35 min
£65–80

Charlton to Gillingham by train

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Distance: 26.5 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Charlton, Greater London, England and Gillingham, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Charlton to Gillingham (Kent) hourly. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Southeastern also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Luke's Church / Charlton to Waterfront Bus Station via Friswell Place, Bexleyheath Clock Tower, and Bus Station in around 2h 2m.

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