Trains to Gillingham (Kent) from Portsmouth
| First train | 03:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:53 | |
| Departure station | Portsmouth | |
| Arrival station | Gillingham (Kent) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 56m | |
| Distance | 81 miles (131 km) | |
| Frequency | 109 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, London Overground, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |
Travel from Portsmouth to Gillingham (Kent) by train in 2 hours 56 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Portsmouth to Gillingham (Kent) by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Portsmouth to Gillingham (Kent) by train is 4 hours 15 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 56 minutes. You'll usually find 109 trains per day travelling the 81 miles (131 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Gillingham (Kent). You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southeastern on your way to Gillingham (Kent), as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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