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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 £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £40, while a coach costs an average of £49.
Distance: 85 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Ipswich to Gillingham, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Ipswich to Gillingham:
A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Ipswich to Gillingham costing on average £49.
Other travel options to Gillingham take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 50m.
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£17. The journey takes 2h 5m 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.
How to get to Gillingham from Ipswich by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Ipswich to Gillingham is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Gillingham are Canterbury, London, Maidstone, Rochester and Margate. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Gillingham on Omio.
Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, medieval streets and long role in English religious history. Its compact centre mixes historic buildings with a lively student atmosphere, independent shops and riverside walks.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Maidstone, the county town of Kent, sits on the River Medway and is known for nearby Leeds Castle and its market-town roots. The centre combines shops, museums and parks with a practical, lived-in feel.
Rochester is a historic Kent city known for its Norman castle, cathedral and links to Charles Dickens. Its cobbled high street and position on the River Medway give it a traditional English character.
Margate is a Kent seaside town known for its sandy beach, Dreamland and the Turner Contemporary. Its old town, tidal pool and broad seafront give it a relaxed character that blends resort nostalgia with a lively creative scene.
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.
This is compared to other travel options from Ipswich to Gillingham:
A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Ipswich to Gillingham costing on average £49.
Other travel options to Gillingham take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 50m.
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.
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