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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Gillingham is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Gillingham is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Gillingham?

The distance between Plymouth and Gillingham is 266 miles. The road distance is 252.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Plymouth to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Gillingham bus from?

Plymouth to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Gillingham train from?

Plymouth to Gillingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Gillingham is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Plymouth to Gillingham bus arrive?

Plymouth to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Plymouth to Gillingham train arrive?

Plymouth to Gillingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Gillingham is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Plymouth to Gillingham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Gillingham?

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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Plymouth to Gillingham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Plymouth to Gillingham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 49m
£125–244
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 504 / ...
9h 2m
£47–111
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoriabus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
7h 41m
£48–87
Drive 251.4 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Gillinghamcar 251.4 mi
4h 24m
£62–89
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train
7h 25m
£262–530
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
7h 48m
£137–302
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
7h 53m
£218–506

Plymouth to Gillingham by train and subway

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.8 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Gillingham (Kent) via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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