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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham is to bus and line 022 bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Gillingham?

The distance between Bournemouth and Gillingham is 142 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Gillingham bus from?

Bournemouth to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Gillingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 022 bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Gillingham bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Bournemouth to Gillingham train arrive?

Bournemouth to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Gillingham is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Bournemouth to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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Bournemouth to Gillingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Gillingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 34m
£62–138
Bus, line 022 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
6h 32m
£26–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 8m
£31–61
Drive 136.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Gillinghamcar 136.8 mi
2h 29m
£33–48
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
4h 2m
£62–138

Bournemouth to Gillingham by train and subway

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Distance: 140.7 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Gillingham (Kent) via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Waterfront Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 32m.

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