Leicester to Gillingham by train

Leicester to Gillingham train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Leicester to Gillingham take around 2 hours and 6 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 180 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leicester is scheduled to depart at around  04:45. The last departure is usually at around 21:57 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leicester at around 06:24, with the last train leaving at around 21:56. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 60 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 14 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €25.79.

We think any time is a great time to visit Gillingham, 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 Gillingham.

Is there a direct train from Leicester to Gillingham?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leicester to Gillingham 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 Leicester to Gillingham?

The Leicester to Gillingham train travel takes about 2 hours and 6 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leicester to Gillingham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gillingham leaving Leicester at around 04:45 and the last train leaving at around 21:57 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 06:24, with the final departure at 21:56.