What is the cheapest way to get from Barking to Gillingham (Kent)?

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Gillingham (Kent) is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barking to Gillingham (Kent)?

The fastest way to get from Barking to Gillingham (Kent) is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Gillingham (Kent)?

No, there is no direct bus from Barking station to Gillingham (Kent). However, there are services departing from Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Station and arriving at Victoria Street via Bus Station and Waterfront Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Gillingham (Kent)?

No, there is no direct train from Barking to Gillingham (Kent). However, there are services departing from Barking and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via West Ham DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Barking to Gillingham (Kent)?

The distance between Barking and Gillingham (Kent) is 34 miles. The road distance is 29.2 miles.

How do I travel from Barking to Gillingham (Kent) without a car?

The best way to get from Barking to Gillingham (Kent) without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Barking to Gillingham (Kent)?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Barking to Gillingham (Kent), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Gillingham (Kent) bus from?

Barking to Gillingham (Kent) bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Gillingham (Kent) train from?

Barking to Gillingham (Kent) train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Stratford International station.

Train or bus from Barking to Gillingham (Kent)?

The best way to get from Barking to Gillingham (Kent) is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 96 bus and line 700 bus, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Barking to Gillingham (Kent) bus arrive?

Barking to Gillingham (Kent) bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barking to Gillingham (Kent) train arrive?

Barking to Gillingham (Kent) train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Gillingham (Kent) station.

Can I drive from Barking to Gillingham (Kent)?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Gillingham (Kent) is 29 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Barking to Gillingham (Kent).

How do I get a train ticket from Barking to Gillingham (Kent)?

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Where can I stay near Gillingham (Kent)?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Gillingham (Kent).

Barking to Gillingham (Kent) - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 96 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Barking to Gillingham (Kent) by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
1h 14m
£17–32
Drive 29 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barking to Gillingham (Kent)car 29 mi
38 min
£8–11
Line 96 bus, line 700 bus
1. Take the bus from Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Station to Bus Stationbus 96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 700
2h 30m
£30–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Gillingham (Kent)taxi 29 mi
38 min
£110–130
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Plumsteadtaxi
2. Take the train from Plumstead to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
1h 17m
£43–49

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Distance: 34.2 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Barking, England and Gillingham (Kent), England?

Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent) hourly. Tickets cost £15–27 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Barking to Victoria Street via Plumstead High Street / Plumstead Station, Bus Station, and Waterfront Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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