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Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) by train

First train

04:48

Last train

20:59

Departure station

Bury St Edmunds

Arrival station

Gillingham (Kent)

Journey time

From 3h 6m

Distance

60 miles (97 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Thameslink

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 13 trains per day running between Bury St Edmunds and Gillingham (Kent), which usually take 3 hours 18 minutes to complete the 60 miles (97 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 6 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 – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Gillingham (Kent)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) take?

The average journey time by train between Bury St Edmunds and Gillingham (Kent) is 3 hours and 18 minutes, with around 13 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Bury St Edmunds and Gillingham (Kent) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) is 3 hours and 6 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent)?

No, there are no direct train services from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent). Travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) leave?

The first train from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) leaves at 04:48. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) leave?

The last train from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) leaves at 20:59. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Bury St Edmunds and Gillingham (Kent) by train?

Trains travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent) cover a distance of around 60 miles (97 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Gillingham (Kent) to Bury St Edmunds.

Cheap train tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Gillingham (Kent)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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