York to Gillingham (Dorset) by train
| First train | 13:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:44 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Gillingham (Dorset) | |
| Journey time | From 6h 41m | |
| Distance | 208 miles (335 km) | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from York to Gillingham (Dorset) by train
Looking to travel from York to Gillingham (Dorset) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 10 hours 25 minutes to travel from York to Gillingham (Dorset) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 41 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 208 miles (335 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Gillingham (Dorset), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or CrossCountry to get to Gillingham (Dorset). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from York to Gillingham (Dorset) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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