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The cheapest and fastest trains from Harpenden to Gillingham
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harpenden to Gillingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harpenden to Gillingham will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Harpenden for Gillingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
04:492h10
Harpenden06:59Gillingham
£481One-way
0 changes
04:492h10
Harpenden06:59Gillingham
£481One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Harpenden to Gillingham train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:27
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:43 Harpenden | 1h21 | 09:04 Gillingham | 1 change | |
| 07:55 Harpenden | 2h02 | 09:57 Gillingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:58 Harpenden | 2h11 | 10:09 Gillingham | 1 change | |
| 08:22 Harpenden | 1h20 | 09:42 Gillingham | 1 change | |
| 08:25 Harpenden | 2h02 | 10:27 Gillingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:49 Harpenden | 2h10 | 06:59 Gillingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harpenden to Gillingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Harpenden to Gillingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
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 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 22:31 |
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, Thameslink from Harpenden to Gillingham trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Harpenden and Gillingham from £48. 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
2h 16m
Cheapest Price
£48
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
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 10m
Cheapest Price
£48
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
FAQs: Harpenden to Gillingham train
FAQs: Travel by train from Harpenden to Gillingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Harpenden to Gillingham.
Booking trains from Harpenden to Gillingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Harpenden to Gillingham is 79 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Harpenden and Gillingham. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The cost of a train ticket from Harpenden to Gillingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £48, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Harpenden to Gillingham covers a distance of 79 km and takes approximately 2h 10m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Gillingham is by train, costing approximately £48.
The train station in Harpenden that goes to Gillingham is Harpenden station (HPD), and it arrives at Gillingham (Kent) (GLM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Harpenden to Gillingham.
The first train from Harpenden to Gillingham leaves at 0:17.
The last train from Harpenden to Gillingham departs at 22:31.
Yes, you can take the train from Harpenden to Gillingham.
To travel from Harpenden to Gillingham, you can take a train.
Trains from Harpenden to Gillingham run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Harpenden to Gillingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Harpenden and Gillingham
Harpenden
Gillingham
The major train station for departures in Harpenden is Harpenden. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harpenden for your trip from Harpenden to Gillingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:15 Saturday 06:15 - 19:15 Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shop
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the front of the station Ticket Office entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platform 1, 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and 4 and station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Harpenden.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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.
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