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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Gillingham is to drive which costs £20 - £29 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Gillingham is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich station to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from Old Cattle Market Bus Station and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via Osborne Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Gillingham?

The distance between Ipswich and Gillingham is 95 miles. The road distance is 82 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Ipswich to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Gillingham bus from?

Ipswich to Gillingham bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, depart from Old Cattle Market Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Gillingham train from?

Ipswich to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Gillingham is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 300 bus and line 100 bus and line 700 bus, which costs and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Ipswich to Gillingham bus arrive?

Ipswich to Gillingham bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, arrive at Osborne Street station.

Where does the Ipswich to Gillingham train arrive?

Ipswich to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Gillingham is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Ipswich to Gillingham.

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

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Ipswich to Gillingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 300 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ipswich to Gillingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
2h 3m
£45–83
Drive 81.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Gillinghamcar 81.5 mi
1h 29m
£20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9 / ...
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain
3h 19m
£29–65
Train via Greenwich
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 40m
£44–78
Bus, line 300 bus, line 100 bus, line 700 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 93 / ...
2. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
6. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 700
6h 56m

Ipswich to Gillingham by train

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Distance: 94.2 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Ipswich, England and Gillingham, England?

You can take a train from Ipswich to Gillingham (Kent) via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Station via Osborne Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 56m.

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