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Compare train and coach for Gillingham to Slough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gillingham to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 80 km
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Why should you book Gillingham to Slough trains with Omio?
Tfl Rail as well as Southeastern or Thameslink offer trains services from Gillingham to Slough.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Tfl Rail tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Tfl Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Tfl Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Gillingham to Slough.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Tfl Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gillingham to Slough.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gillingham to Slough
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Trains from Gillingham to Slough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:43, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 53m.
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
Coach from £14
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 02:43 |
Last train 23:11 |
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
Coach from £14
Train companies: Tfl Rail, Southeastern, Thameslink from Gillingham to Slough trainsTfl Rail, Southeastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Gillingham and Slough from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Tfl Rail
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£37
Tfl Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
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
2h 41m
Cheapest Price
£50
Thameslink frequency
1 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
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£39
Southeastern frequency
24 a day
FAQs: Gillingham to Slough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Gillingham to Slough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from Gillingham to Slough covers a distance of 80 km and takes approximately 1h 53m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Gillingham to Slough is 80 km.
The first train from Gillingham to Slough leaves at 2:43.
The last train from Gillingham to Slough departs at 23:11.
Trains from Gillingham to Slough run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gillingham to Slough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gillingham to Slough.
To get from Gillingham to Slough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gillingham to Slough.
The train station in Gillingham that goes to Slough is Gillingham (Kent) (GLM), and it arrives at Slough station (SLO).
The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Slough is by coach, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Gillingham to Slough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Gillingham to Slough primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views. Passengers may see some countryside and typical British landscapes along the way, but the route is not particularly known for its scenic beauty.
A day trip from Gillingham to Slough is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 53m. However, there are 6 trains per day for this route, with a distance of 80 km.
For a visit to Slough, one to two days is generally sufficient to explore the main attractions and get a feel for the area, considering its proximity to Windsor and other nearby sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Gillingham to Slough.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gillingham and Slough
Gillingham
Slough
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 Slough.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Slough is Slough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Slough for your journey to Slough from Gillingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
Dining
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 36 places, covered
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Slough
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
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