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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Reading is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Reading is to train via London which takes 1h 36m and costs £30 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Gillingham to Reading?

The distance between Gillingham and Reading is 74 miles. The road distance is 75.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 36m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Gillingham to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Gillingham to Reading train arrive?

Gillingham to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Reading is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Gillingham to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1465+ hotels available in Reading.

Gillingham to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gillingham to Reading by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London St Pancras Intltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 36m
£31–78
Drive 74.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gillingham to Readingcar 74.8 mi
1h 46m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Abbey Wood (London)train Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 31m
£27–58
Train via London #2
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading / ...
2h 57m
£41–78

Gillingham to Reading by train and subway

279Weekly Services

1h 36mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Reading via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 1h 36m.

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