What is the cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth is to train and bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham (Kent) and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from St Mark's Church and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham (Kent) and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Bournemouth via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth?

The distance between Gillingham (Kent) and Bournemouth is 142 miles. The road distance is 137.4 miles.

How do I travel from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth bus from?

Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth train from?

Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £80 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth train arrive?

Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth?

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Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 53m
£58–128
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 55m
£30–54
Drive 136.6 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouthcar 136.6 mi
2h 29m
£34–49
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Bournemouthtrain
4h 13m
£61–133
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 51m
£30–77

Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth by train and bus

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Distance: 141.3 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Gillingham (Kent), England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth via London Bridge, London Bridge Station, Waterloo Station / York Road, and London Waterloo in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth Station via St Mark's Church, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 51m.

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