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

The cheapest way to get from Falmouth to Gillingham is to bus and train via Axminster which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falmouth to Gillingham is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Falmouth and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Falmouth to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Penmere and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Truro and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Falmouth to Gillingham?

The distance between Falmouth and Gillingham is 182 miles. The road distance is 164.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falmouth to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Falmouth to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Gillingham train from?

Falmouth to Gillingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.

Where does the Falmouth to Gillingham train arrive?

Falmouth to Gillingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Falmouth to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Falmouth to Gillingham is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Falmouth to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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Falmouth to Gillingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Truro to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 15m
£77–163
Bus, train via Axminster
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Exeterbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
3. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)train
8h 27m
£34–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Argos to Bampfylde Streetbus 404
2. Take the train from Honiton to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
7h 20m
£45–103
Drive 163.2 mi
1. Drive from Falmouth to Gillinghamcar 163.2 mi
3h 4m
£40–57

Falmouth to Gillingham by train

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Distance: 181.4 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a train from Penmere to Gillingham (Dorset) via Truro and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 15m.

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