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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Gillingham is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 9h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Gillingham is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £45 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Chatham via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Preston and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Gillingham?

The distance between Blackpool and Gillingham is 262 miles. The road distance is 271.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £45 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Blackpool to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Gillingham bus from?

Blackpool to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Gillingham train from?

Blackpool to Gillingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Gillingham is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £45 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Blackpool to Gillingham bus arrive?

Blackpool to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Gillingham train arrive?

Blackpool to Gillingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Gillingham is 272 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Blackpool to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

There are 1502+ hotels available in Gillingham.

Blackpool to Gillingham - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Blackpool to Gillingham by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Preston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gillingham (Kent)train St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
4h 9m
£47–261
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham to Chathambus
9h 7m
£21–45
Drive 270.2 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Gillinghamcar 270.2 mi
4h 47m
£65–93
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train
5h 44m
£82–292
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gillingham (Kent)train
7h 2m
£52–251
Train to Liverpool, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Huytontrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LPL - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train
7h 28m
£233–714
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Huytontrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Stratford (London)train
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train
8h 24m
£87–197
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
6h 51m
£88–262

Blackpool to Gillingham by train and foot

222Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.6 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Gillingham (Kent) via Preston, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Chatham via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Birmingham in around 9h 7m.

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