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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Gillingham is to bus and train which costs £26 - £55 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Gillingham is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Southampton to Gillingham?

The distance between Southampton and Gillingham is 115 miles. The road distance is 110.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Gillingham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 37m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Southampton to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Gillingham train from?

Southampton to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Gillingham train arrive?

Southampton to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Gillingham is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Southampton to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

There are 1574+ hotels available in Gillingham.

Southampton to Gillingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2h 37m
£50–111
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 24m
£27–54
Drive 110.2 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Gillinghamcar 110.2 mi
2h 6m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 1m
£50–110

Southampton to Gillingham by train

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Distance: 114 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Gillingham (Kent) via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 2h 37m.

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