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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) is to bus and train which costs £17 - £80 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £210.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent). However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Victoria Street via Birmingham and Waterfront Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent). However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

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

The distance between Manchester and Gillingham (Kent) is 219 miles. The road distance is 224.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent), including transfers.

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

Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

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

Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent)?

The best way to get from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 34m.

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

Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Newhall St station.

What is the time difference between Manchester and Gillingham (Kent)?

Gillingham (Kent) is 1h ahead of Manchester. It is currently 8:41 PM in Manchester and 9:41 PM in Gillingham (Kent).

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

Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent)?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent).

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham (Kent)?

There are 865+ hotels available in Gillingham (Kent).

Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gillingham (Kent)train St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
3h 17m
£40–205
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 540 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
6h 20m
£18–78
Drive 222.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent)car 222.7 mi
4h 24m
£55–79
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train
4h 22m
£84–257
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Stbus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to Chathambus Michalovce
7h 34m
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train
5h 46m
£204–489
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train
6h 20m
£71–195
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
5h 22m
£90–254

Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) by train and foot

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3h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gillingham (Kent) via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Victoria Street via Newhall St, Birmingham, and Waterfront Bus Station in around 7h 34m.

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