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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Gillingham is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Gillingham is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Colchester to Gillingham?

The distance between Colchester and Gillingham is 78 miles. The road distance is 66.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Colchester to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Gillingham train from?

Colchester to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Gillingham train arrive?

Colchester to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Gillingham is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Colchester to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

There are 1559+ hotels available in Gillingham.

Colchester to Gillingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester 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 Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
1h 47m
£38–73
Drive 65.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Gillinghamcar 65.7 mi
1h 13m
£16–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from London Stansted Airport Coach Station to London Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain
2h 39m
£25–60
Train via Greenwich
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 24m
£37–71

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colchester to Gillingham.

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Distance: 77.2 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Gillingham (Kent) via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 47m.

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