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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Cheltenham is to train and bus which costs £13 - £55 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Windmill Road and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Abbey Wood and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Gillingham to Cheltenham?

The distance between Gillingham and Cheltenham is 158 miles. The road distance is 129.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £50 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Gillingham to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Cheltenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Cheltenham train from?

Gillingham to Cheltenham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Cheltenham is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £50 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Gillingham to Cheltenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gillingham to Cheltenham train arrive?

Gillingham to Cheltenham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Abbey Wood (London) station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Cheltenham is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Gillingham to Cheltenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Gillingham to Cheltenham 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 Gillingham (Kent) to Abbey Wood (London)Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 18m
£51–188
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London VictoriaGillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Royal Well Bus StationUk044
5h 21m
£14–53
Drive 128.6 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham to Cheltenham128.6 mi
2h 50m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Royal Well Bus Station444 / ...
7h 19m
£33–47

Gillingham to Cheltenham by train

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.5 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Cheltenham Spa via Abbey Wood (London), Abbey Wood, and London Paddington in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Windmill Road to Royal Well Bus Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 19m.

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