Trains to Gillingham (Dorset) from Manchester Piccadilly
| First train | 04:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:04 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Arrival station | Gillingham (Dorset) | |
| Journey time | From 5h 14m | |
| Distance | 169 miles (272 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gillingham (Dorset) in 5 hours 14 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gillingham (Dorset)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 47 minutes to travel the 169 miles (272 km) from Manchester Piccadilly to Gillingham (Dorset) by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 14 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 20 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway to Gillingham (Dorset). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Gillingham (Dorset) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Gillingham (Dorset) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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