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 £26 - £55 and takes 5h 32m.

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 40m and costs £30 - £50.

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 Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Poole to Gillingham?

The distance between Poole and Gillingham is 148 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 via London which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Poole to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Gillingham train from?

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

Where does the Poole to Gillingham train arrive?

Poole to Gillingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Poole to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Gillingham is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Poole to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Gillingham.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Gillingham 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Clapham JunctionWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
3h 22m
£42–106
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Southampton Central Station
2. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Green Line Coach Station
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)
5h 32m
£26–51
Drive 139.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Gillingham139.5 mi
2h 40m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gillingham (Kent)Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 48m
£32–121

Poole to Gillingham by train

131Weekly Trains

3h 22mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Gillingham (Kent) via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 3h 22m.

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