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

The cheapest way to get from Sydenham to Gillingham is to line 122 bus and line 96 bus and line 700 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydenham to Gillingham is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Sydenham and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydenham station to Gillingham station. However, there are services departing from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale and arriving at Waterfront Bus Station via Plumstead Bus Garage and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Sydenham and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Sydenham to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Penge East and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Bromley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Sydenham to Gillingham?

The distance between Sydenham and Gillingham is 28 miles. The road distance is 30.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sydenham to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £12 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Sydenham to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydenham to Gillingham bus from?

Sydenham to Gillingham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale.

Where do I catch the Sydenham to Gillingham train from?

Sydenham to Gillingham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Penge East station.

Train or bus from Sydenham to Gillingham?

The best way to get from Sydenham to Gillingham is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £12 - £28. Alternatively, you can line 122 bus and line 96 bus and line 700 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Sydenham to Gillingham bus arrive?

Sydenham to Gillingham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Plumstead Bus Garage station.

Where does the Sydenham to Gillingham train arrive?

Sydenham to Gillingham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Bromley South station.

Can I drive from Sydenham to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydenham to Gillingham is 31 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Sydenham to Gillingham.

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

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Sydenham to Gillingham - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 122 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penge East to Bromley Southtrain London Victoria - Orpington / ...
2. Take the train from Bromley South to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
1h 6m
£13–27
Line 122 bus, line 96 bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale to Plumstead Bus Garagebus 122
2. Take the bus from Plumstead Bus Garage to Bus Stationbus 96
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 700
3h 8m
£4–6
Line 122 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale to Woolwich Arsenal Stationbus 122
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 16m
£14–27
Drive 30.3 mi
1. Drive from Sydenham to Gillinghamcar 30.3 mi
44 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydenham to Gillinghamtaxi 30.3 mi
44 min
£65–80

Sydenham to Gillingham by train

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Distance: 28.3 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Sydenham, Greater London, England and Gillingham, England?

You can take a train from Penge East to Gillingham (Kent) via Bromley South in around 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale to Waterfront Bus Station via Plumstead Bus Garage and Bus Station in around 3h 8m.

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