Bournemouth to Gillingham bus with National Express

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Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Gillingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Gillingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £66.

Distance: 185 km

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£23

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£93

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Average total duration

4h 40m

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Bournemouth to Gillingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Gillingham coaches for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express11:30 Bournemouth
6h00
17:30 Gillingham0 changesdirect
national_express18:15 Bournemouth
5h15
23:30 Gillingham0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Gillingham

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Buses from Bournemouth to Gillingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 19:50. The fastest coach covers the 185 km distance in 4h 50m.

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
Distance
185 km
Average bus duration
4h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
4h 50m
First bus
04:45
Last bus
19:50
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

Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to GillinghamYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Gillingham with National Express for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
£15
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bournemouth to Gillingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Gillingham by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gillingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth to Gillingham can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Gillingham is £37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bournemouth to Gillingham coach time is 4 h 45 min   covering the 115 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham leaves at 04: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham leaves at 21: 20.
There are 5 coaches a day from Bournemouth to Gillingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Bournemouth to Gillingham you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Bournemouth and Gillingham on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Gillingham from Bournemouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bournemouth to Gillingham by coach is December.
You have options as you can travel to Gillingham from Bournemouth 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bournemouth to Gillingham.

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