The average train between Gillingham (Kent) and Bournemouth takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is an hourly train service from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Gillingham (Kent) and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gillingham (Kent) is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 9:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London Bridge and take an average of 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 12m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) station and arriving at Bournemouth station via London Bridge station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.
Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.
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The distance between Gillingham (Kent) and Bournemouth is 185.2 km. The road distance is 220 km.
You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth via London Bridge, London Bridge Station, Waterloo Station / York Road, and London Waterloo in around 4h.