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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Penzance is to train and bus which costs £30 - £100 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Penzance via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Gillingham to Penzance?

The distance between Gillingham and Penzance is 198 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Gillingham to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Penzance train from?

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

Where does the Gillingham to Penzance train arrive?

Gillingham to Penzance train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Penzance is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Gillingham to Penzance.

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

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Where can I stay near Penzance?

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Gillingham to Penzance - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gillingham to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 11m
£83–172
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
8h 16m
£34–100
Drive 174.5 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham to Penzancecar 174.5 mi
3h 12m
£43–61

Gillingham to Penzance by train

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.7 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Penzance via Exeter St Davids in around 5h 11m.

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