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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Gillingham is to bus and train via Gillingham (Kent) which costs £28 - £60 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Gillingham is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Gillingham?

The distance between Cheltenham and Gillingham is 162 miles. The road distance is 129.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Cheltenham to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Gillingham train from?

Cheltenham to Gillingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Gillingham train arrive?

Cheltenham to Gillingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Gillingham is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Cheltenham to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

There are 1508+ hotels available in Gillingham.

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

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

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 Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
3h 36m
£74–149
Bus, train via Gillingham (Kent)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk044
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 55m
£28–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 444 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 31m
£38–85
Drive 128.7 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Gillinghamcar 128.7 mi
2h 52m
£32–46
Train via London
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
4h
£72–138

Cheltenham to Gillingham by train and subway

94Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cheltenham to Gillingham.

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Distance: 160.8 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Gillingham (Kent) via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 36m.

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