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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Gillingham is to bus which costs £18 - £55 and takes 7h 14m.

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 £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Windmill Road via London Victoria and Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

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 35m.

How far is it from Poole to Gillingham?

The distance between Poole and Gillingham is 149 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 35m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m 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 FlixBus, 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 via London which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £55 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Poole to Gillingham bus arrive?

Poole to Gillingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Green Line Coach 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?

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

There are 5 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 - Gillingham / ...
3h 35m
£43–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Green Line Coach StationUk061
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre007 / ...
7h 14m
£19–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Green Line Coach StationUk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 11m
£20–57
Drive 139.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Gillingham139.5 mi
2h 40m
£35–51
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
£32–112

Poole to Gillingham by train

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3h 35mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 148.5 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Windmill Road via Green Line Coach Station, London Victoria, and Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 7h 14m.

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