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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Gillingham is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Gillingham is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Basingstoke, Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Dorset to Gillingham?

The distance between Dorset and Gillingham is 171 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Gillingham without a car is to train via Basingstoke which takes 4h 31m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Dorset to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Gillingham train from?

Dorset to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Moreton (Dorset) station.

Where does the Dorset to Gillingham train arrive?

Dorset to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Gillingham is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Dorset to Gillingham.

Where can I stay near Gillingham?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Gillingham.

Dorset to Gillingham - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and line 53 bus

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

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Train via Basingstoke
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
4h 31m
£80–154
Drive 152.6 mi
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1. Drive from Dorset to Gillinghamcar 152.6 mi
2h 50m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
5h 39m
£69–139
Bus, train, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Tescobus Cr8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tesco to Poole stationbus X8
3. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain
4. Take the bus from St George's Circus to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenalbus 53 / ...
5. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Gillingham (Kent)train
6h 24m

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Distance: 170.3 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Gillingham (Kent) via Moreton (Dorset), Basingstoke, Clapham Junction, and London Victoria in around 4h 31m.

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