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Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) by train

First train

05:16

Last train

14:16

Departure station

Dewsbury

Arrival station

Gillingham (Dorset)

Journey time

From 6h 31m

Distance

186 miles (299 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway

How to travel from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset)? Look no further.

You'll usually find 3 trains per day running between Dewsbury and Gillingham (Dorset), which usually take 6 hours 43 minutes to complete the 186 miles (299 km) journey. It can take as little as 6 hours 31 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Gillingham (Dorset) by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. South Western Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Gillingham (Dorset)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) take?

The average journey time by train between Dewsbury and Gillingham (Dorset) is 6 hours and 43 minutes, with around 3 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Dewsbury and Gillingham (Dorset) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) is 6 hours and 31 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset)?

No, there are no direct train services from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset). Travelling from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) leave?

The first train from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) leaves at 05:16. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) leave?

The last train from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) leaves at 14:16. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Dewsbury and Gillingham (Dorset) by train?

Trains travelling from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset) cover a distance of around 186 miles (299 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Dewsbury to Gillingham (Dorset)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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