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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £27 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from St Mark's Church and arriving at Coach Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Southampton Central via London Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

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

The distance between Gillingham (Kent) and Southampton is 115 miles. The road distance is 110.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton, including transfers.

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

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

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

Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton is to train via London which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 32m.

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

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

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

Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
3h 15m
£47–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
6h 32m
£19–34
Drive 110.1 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Southamptoncar 110.1 mi
2h 6m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 18m
£48–91
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth Harbourtrain
3. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to WestQuaybus X4 / ...
5h 35m
£62–101

Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton by train

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Distance: 114 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Southampton Central via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Gillingham (Kent) to Coach Station via St Mark's Church, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 32m.

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