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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Gillingham is to bus and train which costs £19 - £60 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Gillingham is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Poole to Gillingham?

The distance between Poole and Gillingham is 147 miles. The road distance is 140.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Poole to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Gillingham bus from?

Poole to Gillingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Gillingham train from?

Poole to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Poole to Gillingham is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 022 bus, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Poole to Gillingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Gillingham train arrive?

Poole to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Gillingham is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Poole to Gillingham.

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

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Poole to Gillingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 022 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 50m
£32–119
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 15m
£19–59
Drive 139.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Gillinghamcar 139.5 mi
2h 41m
£35–50
Train via Winchester
1. Take the train from Poole to Winchestertrain
2. Take the train from Winchester to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)train
3h 57m
£33–112
Bus, line 022 bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
6h 58m
£28–58

Poole to Gillingham by train and subway

221Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.4 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Gillingham (Kent) via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Waterfront Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 58m.

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