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Compare coach and train for Gillingham to Strood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gillingham to Strood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 4 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gillingham to Strood
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Trains from Gillingham to Strood run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 4 km distance in 11m.
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 £3
Distance 4 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 00:24 |
Last train 23:58 |
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 £3
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Gillingham to Strood trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Gillingham and Strood from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
11m
Cheapest Price
£3
Thameslink frequency
3 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
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
Southeastern frequency
3 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: Gillingham to Strood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham to Strood 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 Strood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Strood and its nearby attractions, a stay of two to three days is recommended. This allows time to visit local sights, enjoy the natural surroundings, and experience the town's offerings.
Yes, a day trip from Gillingham to Strood is feasible with a journey time of 11m and a distance of 4 km. The frequency of trains is 8 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Gillingham and Strood. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Thameslink, Southeastern.
To get from Gillingham to Strood, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Gillingham to Strood 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 Strood offers limited scenic views, primarily featuring urban and suburban landscapes typical of the Medway region.
The cost of a train ticket from Gillingham to Strood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Strood is by coach, costing approximately £3.
The train station in Gillingham that goes to Strood is Gillingham (Kent) (GLM), and it arrives at Strood station (SOO).
The train distance from Gillingham to Strood is 4 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gillingham to Strood.
Yes, you can take the train from Gillingham to Strood.
The train journey from Gillingham to Strood covers a distance of 4 km and takes approximately 11m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from Gillingham to Strood leaves at 0:24.
The last train from Gillingham to Strood departs at 23:58.
Trains from Gillingham to Strood run approximately 8 times per day.
There is no night train service from Gillingham to Strood.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gillingham and Strood
Gillingham
Strood
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 Strood.
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 Strood is Strood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Strood for your journey to Strood from Gillingham.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:45 - 14:00 Sunday 08:15 - 15:30 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
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 direct to platform 1 from the side entrance for services away from London towards Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham. Step free access via lift to platforms 2 and 3 for services to London and also onto the Medway Valley line stations. Stepped access to platforms 2 and 3 via the station subway. Step free interchange between platforms via the lift.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 02:00 Saturday 05:00 - 02:00 Sunday 05:45 - 02:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform 1 and 2/3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station
- 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 Strood
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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