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Compare train and coach for Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 39 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 41m.
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 39 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 07:45 |
Last train 18:47 |
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
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury East (CBE) and Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) from £5. 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
43m
Cheapest Price
£5
Southeastern frequency
7 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
FAQs: Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) 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 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) is by train, costing approximately £5.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train distance from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) is 39 km.
The last train from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) departs at 18:47.
The train journey from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) covers a distance of 39 km and takes approximately 41m. Trains run 7 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Canterbury East (CBE) and Gillingham (Kent) (GLM). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Southeastern.
The first train from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) leaves at 7:45.
There is no night train service from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM).
Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM).
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM).
To get from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gillingham (Kent) (GLM), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury East (CBE) and Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)
Canterbury
Gillingham
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury East for your trip from Canterbury to Gillingham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
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 - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- 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: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- 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 transport options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Gillingham is Gillingham (Kent). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gillingham (Kent) for your journey to Gillingham from Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car 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 transport options for Gillingham (Kent)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Side entrance to platform 3, on Railway Street.
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