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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Gillingham (Kent) is to bus and train which costs £26 - £55 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Gillingham (Kent) is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Gillingham (Kent). However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Victoria Street via London Victoria and Chequers Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Gillingham (Kent). 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 21m.

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

The distance between Poole and Gillingham (Kent) is 148 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Gillingham (Kent) without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Poole to Gillingham (Kent), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Poole to Gillingham (Kent)?

The best way to get from Poole to Gillingham (Kent) is to train via London which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 7h 9m.

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

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

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

Gillingham (Kent) is 1h ahead of Poole. It is currently 4:08 PM in Poole and 5:08 PM in Gillingham (Kent).

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

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

Can I drive from Poole to Gillingham (Kent)?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Gillingham (Kent) is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Poole to Gillingham (Kent).

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham (Kent)?

There are 847+ hotels available in Gillingham (Kent).

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

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

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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 - Ramsgate / ...
3h 21m
£43–106
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 31m
£26–51
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Gillingham (Kent)140 mi
2h 38m
£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
£32–114
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Street814
7h 9m
£28–59

Poole to Gillingham (Kent) by train

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Gillingham (Kent) via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Victoria Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, King Street, and Chequers Bus Station in around 7h 9m.

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