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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Portsmouth is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Methodist Church and arriving at Victoria Park via Endless Street and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Gillingham to Portsmouth?

The distance between Gillingham and Portsmouth is 71 miles. The road distance is 67.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Gillingham to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Portsmouth bus from?

Gillingham to Portsmouth bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from Methodist Church station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Portsmouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Gillingham to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Portsmouth is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Gillingham to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Gillingham to Portsmouth bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at Tesco station.

Where does the Gillingham to Portsmouth train arrive?

Gillingham to Portsmouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Portsmouth is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Gillingham to Portsmouth.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 22m
£31–65
Drive 67.5 mi
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1. Drive from Gillingham to Portsmouthcar 67.5 mi
1h 27m
£17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Methodist Church to Tescobus 25 / ...
2. Take the bus from Endless Street to Central Stationbus X7 / ...
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Victoria Parkbus X5 / ...
5h 10m

Gillingham to Portsmouth by train

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Distance: 70.6 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Portsmouth & Southsea via Salisbury in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Methodist Church to Victoria Park via Tesco, Endless Street, and Central Station in around 5h 10m.

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