- Must visit
The Historic Dockyard Chatham
Major naval heritage attraction with historic warships, exhibitions, and dockyard buildings explaining Britain's maritime story.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenwich to Gillingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Greenwich to Gillingham will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 2 trains that leave Greenwich for Gillingham on Mon, Jul 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 27 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Mon, Jul 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.




The table below shows live departures for Greenwich to Gillingham trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:39 AM Greenwich | 1h26 | 8:05 AM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Greenwich | 1h24 | 8:39 AM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Greenwich to Gillingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€7) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Gillingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gillingham trip today.
Major naval heritage attraction with historic warships, exhibitions, and dockyard buildings explaining Britain's maritime story.
Literary museum in Dickens's former home, displaying personal objects and exploring the author's Rochester connections.
Historic house and museum dedicated to local engineer and entrepreneur Huguenot heritage, with period rooms and displays.
Historic high street lined with independent shops and period buildings, leading to the cathedral and castle.
Large urban park with formal gardens, sports spaces, play areas, and broad paths popular with local walkers.
Popular riverside country park with birdlife, open views across the estuary, and easy paths for relaxed walks.
Kentish Huffkin is a light, oval bread roll from Kent, traditionally eaten split and filled or served with local cheese and fruit preserves.
Canterbury Tart is a Kent dessert tart, usually filled with apple or jam and topped with almond frangipane, linked to regional home baking traditions.
Gypsy Tart is a famous Kent school pudding made with evaporated milk and dark muscovado sugar in a pastry shell, loved across the county.
Popular Turkish grill restaurant known for generous kebabs, meze and charcoal-cooked dishes in a lively, modern setting.
Well-known Nepalese and Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a relaxed local atmosphere.
Established steakhouse and grill offering burgers, ribs and steaks in a casual setting suited to groups and family meals.
Moderate for southeast England: rooms and rail can add up, but pubs, chain cafes, and local buses keep daily costs manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Gillingham Rail Station -> Chatham Waterfront Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenwich to Gillingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gillingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Greenwich to Gillingham trains use the Greenwich to Gillingham (Kent) station pair. Use this guide to compare Greenwich and Gillingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Greenwich is 2 km from Greenwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Greenwich has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Greenwich.
ATMs are available at Greenwich.
Ticket office support is available at Greenwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Greenwich: Parking, WC.
Available at Greenwich: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenwich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 via ramp. Step free access to platform 2 via station entrance. Step free interchange via DLR lift to/from DLR subway. For stepped access between platforms go via station subway, 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 05:30 - 19:40 Saturday 05:30 - 19:40 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Gillingham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Gillingham (Kent).
ATMs are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Ticket office support is available at Gillingham (Kent). Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gillingham (Kent): 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.
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