What is the cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge?

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge?

The fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham (Kent) and Tonbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge. However, there are services departing from Aldi and arriving at Castle via Royal Star Arcade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham (Kent) and Tonbridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Tonbridge. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge?

The distance between Gillingham (Kent) and Tonbridge is 29 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

How do I travel from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge without a car?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £15 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge?

The train from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge bus from?

Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, depart from Aldi station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge train from?

Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £15 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and line 7 bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge bus arrive?

Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, arrive at St Faith's Street station.

Where does the Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge train arrive?

Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Tonbridge station.

Can I drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge is 22 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge?

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Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to TonbridgeGillingham
1h 10m
£15–23
Line 101 bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aldi to St Faith's Street101
2. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Castle7
1h 49m
£6–9
Drive 22.3 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge22.3 mi
39 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge22.3 mi
39 min
£45–60
Train via Paddock Wood
1. Take the train from Strood to Paddock WoodStrood - Paddock Wood / ...
1h 45m
£18–29

Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge by train

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Distance: 29.3 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Gillingham (Kent), England and Tonbridge, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Tonbridge 5 times a week. Tickets cost £15–23 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aldi to Castle via St Faith's Street and Royal Star Arcade in around 1h 49m.

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