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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Gillingham is to bus and train which costs £24 - £65 and takes 4h 57m.

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 2h and costs £26 - £40.

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 (Dorset) via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Gillingham?

The distance between Plymouth and Gillingham is 119 miles. The road distance is 109.9 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 3h 2m and costs £50 - £110.

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

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

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.

Where does the Plymouth to Gillingham train arrive?

Plymouth to Gillingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Gillingham is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Plymouth to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

There are 662+ hotels available in Gillingham.

Plymouth to Gillingham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Plymouth to Gillingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
3h 2m
£50–108
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
3. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)train
4h 57m
£24–65
Drive 109.3 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Gillinghamcar 109.3 mi
2h
£27–39

Plymouth to Gillingham by train

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Distance: 118.2 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Gillingham (Dorset) via Exeter St Davids in around 3h 2m.

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