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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Gillingham is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Gillingham is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at Railway Station Stop SA via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Meeting House Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Coventry and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Rugby to Gillingham?

The distance between Rugby and Gillingham is 164 miles. The road distance is 113.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Gillingham without a car is to train via Basingstoke which takes 4h 21m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Rugby to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Gillingham bus from?

Rugby to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Gillingham train from?

Rugby to Gillingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Coventry station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Rugby to Gillingham is to train via Basingstoke which takes 4h 21m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Rugby to Gillingham bus arrive?

Rugby to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Rugby to Gillingham train arrive?

Rugby to Gillingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Gillingham is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Rugby to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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

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Train via Basingstoke
best
1. Take the train from Coventry to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 21m
£77–139
Drive 112.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rugby to Gillinghamcar 112.7 mi
2h 35m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 460
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Meeting House Lanebus 035
7h 40m
£49–111
Train
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
3. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Warminstertrain
7h 57m
£63–132

Rugby to Gillingham by train

110Weekly Trains

4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.5 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Gillingham (Dorset) via Coventry and Basingstoke in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Street to Gillingham (Dorset) via Transport Museum, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Meeting House Lane, Railway Station Stop SA, and Salisbury in around 7h 40m.

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