The average train between Gillingham and Bournemouth takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Gillingham 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 and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gillingham is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Gillingham 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 to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Gillingham station and arriving at Bournemouth station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Gillingham to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.
Gillingham to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Gillingham to Bournemouth train tickets online with Southeastern, Southern and South Western Railway.
The distance between Gillingham and Bournemouth is 185.3 km. The road distance is 230 km.
You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 3h 50m.