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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 6h 50m.

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 Aldi and arriving at Bournemouth Station via King Street and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

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 4h 4m.

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 4h 4m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m 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 King Street 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 4h 4m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 6h 50m.

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

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

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 / ...
4h 4m
£54–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
6h 50m
£23–42
Train, bus
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 33m
£32–53
Drive 136.6 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouthcar 136.6 mi
2h 29m
£35–50
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 19m
£56–115

Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth by train and bus

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Distance: 141.3 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aldi to Bournemouth Station via Chequers Bus Station, King Street, and London Victoria in around 6h 50m.

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