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Compare train for Ipswich to Gillingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Gillingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £52, while a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 85 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£52 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £52 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-29.60. The journey takes 2h 1m versus 1h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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FAQs: Ipswich to Gillingham
Travel 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 Ipswich to Gillingham.
- Around 5 trains per day.
- Around 2 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ipswich and Gillingham as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Coaches mostly depart from Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) and arrive in Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre.
- Trains mostly depart from Ipswich station (IPS) and arrive in Gillingham (Kent) (GLM).
- Travel with Greater Anglia to go to Gillingham by train.
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