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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Gillingham is to bus and line 022 bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Gillingham is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Gillingham?

The distance between Portsmouth and Gillingham is 107 miles. The road distance is 105.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Portsmouth to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Gillingham bus from?

Portsmouth to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Gillingham train from?

Portsmouth to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Gillingham is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 022 bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Gillingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Gillingham train arrive?

Portsmouth to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Gillingham is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Portsmouth to Gillingham.

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

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Portsmouth to Gillingham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 022 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Portsmouth to Gillingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 13m
£47–107
Bus, line 022 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
6h 8m
£21–50
Drive 104.8 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Gillinghamcar 104.8 mi
1h 52m
£26–37
Train via London
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Clapham Junctiontrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
3h 15m
£48–107
Train via Haslemere
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Haslemeretrain
2. Take the train from Haslemere to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
3h 31m
£49–111
Train via Barnham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Barnhamtrain
2. Take the train from Barnham to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from Bromley South to Gillingham (Kent)train
3h 57m
£52–107

Portsmouth to Gillingham by train and subway

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 106.5 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Gillingham (Kent) via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Waterfront Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 8m.

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