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Outbound fromBury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) by train
It takes an average of 4h 6m to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) by train, over a distance of around 60 miles (97 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) and tickets for this journey start from £24 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:55 | |
| Departure station | Bury St Edmunds | |
| Arrival station | Gillingham (Kent) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 3m | |
| Distance | 60 miles (97 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £24 | |
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How to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent)? Look no further.
You'll usually find 18 trains per day running between Bury St Edmunds and Gillingham (Kent), which usually take 4 hours 6 minutes to complete the 60 miles (97 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 3 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Gillingham (Kent) by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Greater Anglia, Southeastern or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) start from £24.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
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FAQs about the train journey from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent)
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