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Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery
Local museum in Riversley Park with art, history and George Eliot displays, offering the best introduction to Nuneaton's story.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£67
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£67
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 30 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gillingham to Nuneaton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gillingham to Nuneaton will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Gillingham to Nuneaton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gillingham to Nuneaton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £58, while a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 187 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£58 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 40m sooner (1h 59m by train vs 2h 39m by car). Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £38 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Gillingham to Nuneaton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 21:26 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Local museum in Riversley Park with art, history and George Eliot displays, offering the best introduction to Nuneaton's story.
Working theatre on the abbey site with exhibitions on local performance and heritage, useful for visitors interested in culture.
Independent gallery space hosting changing exhibitions by regional artists, adding a contemporary art stop in the town centre.
Main town park with formal gardens, museum, play areas and riverside paths, ideal for an easy walk near the centre.
Waterside walking route through town and suburbs, popular for gentle strolls, wildlife spotting and industrial heritage views.
Historic suburb associated with George Eliot, with parish church, older housing and a strong sense of local identity.
A classic Midlands pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray, baked with hot-water pastry and eaten widely across Warwickshire and Nuneaton.
A robust pub dish of sausages with mashed potato and onion gravy, long popular in local pubs across the West Midlands and Warwickshire.
Warwickshire has strong cider traditions; local farmhouse cider is a familiar regional drink, valued for its dry, fresh apple character.
Established Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and generous mains in a smart but relaxed setting.
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable, reliable dine-in atmosphere.
Well-known local café and brunch spot serving breakfasts, light lunches, coffee and cakes in a friendly casual space.
Moderate for England. Hotels are often cheaper than big cities, while pub meals, coffee and local transport stay fairly typical for the region.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is fine if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional, often just small change.
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Nuneaton railway station -> Nuneaton Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham to Nuneaton 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 Nuneaton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gillingham to Nuneaton trains use the Gillingham (Kent) to Nuneaton station pair. Use this guide to compare Gillingham and Nuneaton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gillingham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Gillingham (Kent).
ATMs are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Ticket office support is available at Gillingham (Kent). Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gillingham (Kent): 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.
Nuneaton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nuneaton.
Ticket office support is available at Nuneaton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Nuneaton: Parking, WC.
Available at Nuneaton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nuneaton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:30 - 23:30 Sunday 08:00 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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