Travelling from Gillingham to Edinburgh by train

Want to know how to get from Gillingham to Edinburgh by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Gillingham to Edinburgh take around 5 hours and 27 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 565 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Gillingham is scheduled to depart at around  04:02. The last departure is usually at around 23:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Gillingham at around 05:49, with the last train leaving at around 23:47. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 56 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 9 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €83.88.

We think any time is a great time to visit Edinburgh, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Edinburgh.

Is there a direct train from Gillingham to Edinburgh?

The journey between Gillingham and Edinburgh usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Gillingham to Edinburgh every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Gillingham to Edinburgh?

The Gillingham to Edinburgh train travel takes about 5 hours and 27 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Gillingham to Edinburgh train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Edinburgh leaving Gillingham at around 04:02 and the last train leaving at around 23:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Gillingham at around 05:49, with the final departure at 23:47.