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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £19 - £55 and takes 6h 36m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Windmill Road and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Bournemouth via London Victoria, Clapham Junction and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Gillingham to Bournemouth?

The distance between Gillingham and Bournemouth is 142 miles. The road distance is 137.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £21 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Gillingham to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Bournemouth bus from?

Gillingham to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Gillingham to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £21 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £55 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Gillingham to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gillingham to Bournemouth train arrive?

Gillingham to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Bournemouth is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Gillingham to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 56m
£22–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 36m
£19–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 10m
£22–57
Drive 136.4 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham to Bournemouthcar 136.4 mi
2h 29m
£34–49
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Bournemouthtrain
4h 13m
£37–107

Gillingham to Bournemouth by train and bus

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.3 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Bournemouth via London Bridge, London Bridge Station, Waterloo Station / York Road, and London Waterloo in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Windmill Road to Bournemouth Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 36m.

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