London to Gillingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Gillingham

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

2 h 8 m

Average duration

2 h 11 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

158 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Gillingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

To travel from London to Gillingham you need to make at least one change.

  • National Express
    9:302h08
    London
    11:38Waterfront Bus Station
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    1 change
  • National Express
    12:302h08
    London
    14:38Waterfront Bus Station
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    1 change
  • National Express
    11:002h21
    London
    13:21Waterfront Bus Station
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    14:302h11
    London
    16:41Waterfront Bus Station
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    18:002h08
    London
    20:08Waterfront Bus Station
    £251One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Gillingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Gillingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £11.

Distance: 158 km

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Most popular
Train

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£33

Average Price

3h 35m

Average total duration

3h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 1m

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30m

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Live departures

London to Gillingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Gillingham coaches for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express9:30 London
2h08
11:38 Waterfront Bus Station1 change
National Express11:00 London
2h08
13:08 Waterfront Bus Station1 change
National Express12:30 London
2h48
15:18 Waterfront Bus Station1 change
National Express14:30 London
2h23
16:53 Waterfront Bus Station1 change
National Express16:30 London
3h06
19:36 Waterfront Bus Station1 change
National Express18:00 London
2h37
20:37 Waterfront Bus Station1 change
National Express21:30 London
11h31
9:01 Waterfront Bus Station1 change
National Express23:00 London
8h38
7:38 Waterfront Bus Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all coaches services from London to Gillingham.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Gillingham

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Buses from London to Gillingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £11 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 2h 6m.

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
Train from £11
Distance
158 km
Average bus duration
3h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
2h 6m
First bus
0:40
Last bus
23:47
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
5 days
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
Train from £11

Bus providers: National Express from London to GillinghamYou can travel by bus between London to Gillingham with National Express for as low as £11. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£25
National Express frequency
6 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.
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FAQs: London to Gillingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Gillingham can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Gillingham is £25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Gillingham is 2h 6m to travel the 158 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Gillingham leaves at 0:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Gillingham leaves at 23:47.
There are 4 coaches a day from London to Gillingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Gillingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Gillingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Gillingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Gillingham from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 6m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Gillingham is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Gillingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Gillingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Gillingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Gillingham depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Gillingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Gillingham:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Gillingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Gillingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Gillingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Gillingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Gillingham with the following coach company: National Express.

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