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Trains from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport

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Trains to Southend Airport from Gillingham (Dorset)

First train

03:45

Last train

23:04

Departure stationGillingham (Dorset)
Arrival stationSouthend Airport
Journey time

From 3h 32m

Distance

134 miles (215 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Greater Anglia, London Overground, South Western Railway, c2c

What are the train times from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport?

Check out the next trains departing from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport for Tuesday 13th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:4214:454h 3m, 2 changes
11:4315:454h 2m, 2 changes
12:4216:454h 3m, 2 changes
13:4217:333h 51m, 2 changes
14:4218:303h 48m, 2 changes
15:4219:313h 49m, 2 changes
16:4220:253h 43m, 3 changes
16:4220:454h 3m, 2 changes
17:4221:464h 4m, 2 changes
18:4623:064h 20m, 2 changes

Travelling from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport by train

If you're planning to travel from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport takes around 4 hours 28 minutes. There are normally 0 trains per day travelling from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport.

You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Southend Airport, as there are no direct trains.

Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, c2c and London Overground trains operate on this route.

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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport?

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

How fast can trains travel from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport?

The fastest time a train can travel the 134 miles (215 km) from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport is 3 hours and 32 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport?

There are no direct trains that run between Gillingham (Dorset) and Southend Airport. You’ll need to make at least 2 changes along the way.

How far is the train ride from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport?

The train ride from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport covers a distance of around 134 miles (215 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 3 hours and 32 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Southend Airport from Gillingham (Dorset)?

With the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 32 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Gillingham (Dorset) and Southend Airport is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport?

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4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Gillingham (Dorset) to Southend Airport is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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