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 which costs £26 - £50 and takes 8h 6m.

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 19m and costs £80 - £140.

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 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Victoria Street via London Victoria, Bus Station and Waterfront Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

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 19m.

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

The distance between Manchester and Gillingham (Kent) is 219 miles. The road distance is 224 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 19m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m 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 FlixBus, depart from Manchester, 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 19m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 8h 6m.

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

Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

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 884+ hotels available in Gillingham (Kent).

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

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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 19m
£82–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
8h 6m
£27–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 541 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
7h 20m
£58–128
Drive 222.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Gillingham (Kent)car 222.7 mi
4h 24m
£56–80
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 London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
4h 21m
£90–321
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
6h 2m
£240–378
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 23m
£122–290
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 27m
£69–172

Manchester to Gillingham (Kent) by train and foot

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3h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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