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Outbound fromOxford to Gillingham (Kent) by train
It takes an average of 2h 57m to travel from Oxford to Gillingham (Kent) by train, over a distance of around 82 miles (132 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Oxford to Gillingham (Kent) and tickets for this journey start from £51.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:05 | |
| Departure station | Oxford | |
| Arrival station | Gillingham (Kent) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 37m | |
| Distance | 82 miles (132 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £51.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Oxford to Gillingham (Kent) in 2 hours 37 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Oxford to Gillingham (Kent)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 57 minutes to travel the 82 miles (132 km) from Oxford to Gillingham (Kent) by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Gillingham (Kent). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Oxford to Gillingham (Kent) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £51.70. 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 (Kent) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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