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

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Gillingham is to bus and line 700 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dartford to Gillingham is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dartford and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Dartford to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from Home Gardens and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and Gillingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dartford and arriving at Gillingham (Kent). Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Dartford to Gillingham?

The distance between Dartford and Gillingham is 17 miles. The road distance is 17 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dartford to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £18.

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

The train from Dartford to Gillingham (Kent) takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Gillingham bus from?

Dartford to Gillingham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Home Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Gillingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Dartford to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Dartford to Gillingham is to train which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 700 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Dartford to Gillingham bus arrive?

Dartford to Gillingham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dartford to Gillingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dartford to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to Gillingham is 17 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Dartford to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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Dartford to Gillingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 700 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dartford to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
39 min
£8–18
Bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 700
1h 12m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dartford to Gillinghamtaxi 16.9 mi
22 min
£35–45
Drive 16.9 mi
1. Drive from Dartford to Gillinghamcar 16.9 mi
22 min
£5–6

Dartford to Gillingham by train

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Distance: 16.9 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Dartford to Gillingham (Kent) every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–18 and the journey takes 39 min. Southeastern also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Home Gardens to Waterfront Bus Station via Bus Station in around 1h 12m.

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