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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Gillingham is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Gillingham is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £40 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Swindon to Gillingham?

The distance between Swindon and Gillingham is 117 miles. The road distance is 114.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Swindon to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Gillingham train from?

Swindon to Gillingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Where does the Swindon to Gillingham train arrive?

Swindon to Gillingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Gillingham is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Swindon to Gillingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Gillingham?

There are 1489+ hotels available in Gillingham.

Swindon to Gillingham - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Swindon to Gillingham by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London PaddingtonBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gillingham (Kent)London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 20m
£43–156
Drive 114 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Gillingham114 mi
2h 25m
£29–42
Train via London
1. Take the train from Swindon to London PaddingtonBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gillingham (Kent)Luton - Rainham / ...
3h
£44–162
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Swindon to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Wood
3. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Gillingham (Kent)
3h 26m
£48–111

Swindon to Gillingham by train and subway

235Weekly Services

2h 20mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.6 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Gillingham (Kent) via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 2h 20m.

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