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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Charlton is to line 700 bus and line 96 bus and bus which costs £2 - £45 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Charlton is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham and Charlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham station to Charlton. However, there are services departing from Waterfront Bus Station and arriving at St Luke's Church / Charlton via Bus Station and Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Charlton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Charlton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Gillingham to Charlton?

The distance between Gillingham and Charlton is 27 miles. The road distance is 26.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Charlton without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £27.

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

The train from Gillingham (Kent) to Charlton takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Charlton bus from?

Gillingham to Charlton bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Waterfront Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Charlton train from?

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

Train or bus from Gillingham to Charlton?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Charlton is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and line 96 bus and bus, which costs £2 - £45 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Gillingham to Charlton bus arrive?

Gillingham to Charlton bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Gillingham to Charlton train arrive?

Gillingham to Charlton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Charlton station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Charlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Charlton is 27 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Gillingham to Charlton.

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

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Gillingham to Charlton - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 700 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Gillingham to Charlton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Charltontrain Gillingham / ...
1h 2m
£13–27
Line 700 bus, line 96 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bexleyheath Clock Towerbus 96
3. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to St Luke's Church / Charltonbus 486
1h 55m
£3–43
Drive 26.4 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham to Charltoncar 26.4 mi
36 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham to Charltontaxi 26.4 mi
36 min
£65–80

Gillingham to Charlton by train

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Distance: 26.5 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Gillingham, England and Charlton, Greater London, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Charlton hourly. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Southeastern also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterfront Bus Station to St Luke's Church / Charlton via Bus Station and Bexleyheath Clock Tower in around 1h 55m.

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