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Compare train and bus for Gillingham to Gravesend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gillingham to Gravesend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 13 km
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€8 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gillingham to Gravesend
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Trains from Gillingham to Gravesend run on average 7 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 21m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:47 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Gillingham to Gravesend trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Gillingham and Gravesend from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
21m
Cheapest Price
€4
Southeastern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
€9
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Trains from Gillingham to Gravesend
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham to Gravesend by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gravesend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Gillingham to Gravesend can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gillingham to Gravesend is €8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Gillingham to Gravesend is on average 21 min for the 13 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Gillingham and Gravesend by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Gillingham to Gravesend leaves at 04: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Gillingham to Gravesend leaves at 15: 36.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Gillingham to Gravesend without having to change trains with Thameslink. There are 51 direct trains from Gillingham to Gravesend each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Gillingham to Gravesend, you can count on Thameslink or Southeastern for the best way to get you to Gravesend. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Gillingham to Gravesend and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Gillingham (Kent), which is located around 0.4 miles (583 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Gravesend, located 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Gravesend from Gillingham is worth doing with a journey time of 21 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Gillingham to Gravesend by train is November.
You have options as you can travel from Gillingham to Gravesend 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gillingham to Gravesend
Gillingham
Gravesend
The major train station for departures in Gillingham is Gillingham (Kent). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gillingham (Kent) for your trip from Gillingham to Gravesend.
Gillingham (Kent)
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 19:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms and interchange via lifts. Step free access direct to Platform 3 via side entrance off Railway Street. Stepped access from main entrance via station footbridge.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1/2 & 3- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms 1/2 & 3 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platforms 1/2 & 3- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1/2 and platform 3 only available up to 8pm. (20:00 hrs)
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Gillingham (Kent)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Side entrance to platform 3, on Railway Street.
The major train station for arrivals in Gravesend is Gravesend. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gravesend for your journey to Gravesend from Gillingham.
Gravesend
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 0 & 2- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: platform 0&2- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 0 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: both sides of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Gravesend
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Clive Road
Most popular trains to and from Gravesend and Gillingham
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