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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Gillingham is to bus which costs £16 - £24 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Gillingham is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Chatham via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Chester to Gillingham?

The distance between Chester and Gillingham is 215 miles. The road distance is 228.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Chester to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Gillingham bus from?

Chester to Gillingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Gillingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Chester to Gillingham is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £24 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Chester to Gillingham bus arrive?

Chester to Gillingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Chester to Gillingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Gillingham is 228 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Chester to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

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

There are 8 ways to get from Chester 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 Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gillingham (Kent)train St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
3h 15m
£82–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to Chathambus Michalovce
6h 43m
£17–23
Drive 227.1 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Gillinghamcar 227.1 mi
3h 58m
£57–82
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
5h 17m
£101–309
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 423 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
7h 45m
£57–132
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
6h 50m
£87–262
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LPL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train
6h 27m
£247–750
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train
6h 45m
£75–159

Chester to Gillingham by train and foot

82Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chester to Gillingham.

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Distance: 213.4 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Gillingham (Kent) via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Chatham via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Birmingham in around 6h 43m.

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