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It takes an average of 3h 28m to travel from Southampton to Gillingham (Kent) by train, over a distance of around 91 miles (146 km). There are normally 68 trains per day travelling from Southampton to Gillingham (Kent) and tickets for this journey start from £26.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:49 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:20 | |
| Departure station | Southampton | |
| Arrival station | Gillingham (Kent) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 18m | |
| Distance | 91 miles (146 km) | |
| Frequency | 68 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £26.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London Overground, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Southampton to Gillingham (Kent) in 2 hours 18 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southampton to Gillingham (Kent)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 28 minutes to travel the 91 miles (146 km) from Southampton to Gillingham (Kent) by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 68 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, South Western Railway or Southeastern 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 Southampton to Gillingham (Kent) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £26.70. 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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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southampton to Gillingham (Kent)?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.