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How to get from Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset) by train?

From Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset) by train

To get from Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset) in North Dorset, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Bristol Temple Meads station to Exeter St Davids station. Next, take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter St Davids station to Gillingham (Dorset) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 39 min.

159min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Bristol Temple Meads

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bristol
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Paignton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    57 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Waterloo
  • 5
    Ride to train station Gillingham (Dorset)
    Ride to train station
    Gillingham (Dorset)
    85 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset) by bus and train

To get from Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset) in North Dorset, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY bus from Bristol Temple Meads station to Bath Spa station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Salisbury station to Gillingham (Dorset) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 min.

172min
Bus - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Bristol Temple Meads

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Bristol
  • 2
    Bus - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for bus
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Bus Replacement: Bath Spa
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bath Spa
    50 min
  • 4
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Portsmouth Harbour
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salisbury
    63 min
  • 6
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter St Davids
  • 7
    Ride to train station Gillingham (Dorset)
    Ride to train station
    Gillingham (Dorset)
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset)

The distance between Bristol, North Dorset and Gillingham (Dorset), North Dorset is approximately 227.58 km, which can typically be travelled in 159 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset) by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North Dorset – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Bristol

Bristol is located at Bristol, North Dorset and the nearest public transport station is Temple Meads Stn, Temple Meads.

Bus stations close to Bristol:

  • Temple Meads Stn, Temple Meads
  • Redcliffe Way, Redcliffe
  • Victoria Street, Redcliffe

Ferry stations close to Bristol:

  • Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing, Temple Meads
  • Castle Park Ferry Landing, Broadmead
  • Bristol City Centre Ferry Landing, Bristol City Centre

Public transport stations close to Gillingham (Dorset), North Dorset

Gillingham (Dorset) is located at Gillingham (Dorset), North Dorset and the nearest public transport station is Ham Court, Ham Common.

Bus stations close to Gillingham (Dorset):

  • Ham Court, Ham Common
  • Kingscourt Road, Ham Common
  • Gillingham High St (Opp. School Road), Gillingham

From Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset) by bus and train

To get from Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset) in North Dorset, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY bus from Bristol Temple Meads station to Bath Spa station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Salisbury station to Gillingham (Dorset) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 min.

172min
Bus - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Bristol Temple Meads

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Bristol
  • 2
    Bus - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for bus
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Bus Replacement: Bath Spa
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bath Spa
    50 min
  • 4
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Portsmouth Harbour
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salisbury
    63 min
  • 6
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter St Davids
  • 7
    Ride to train station Gillingham (Dorset)
    Ride to train station
    Gillingham (Dorset)
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset)?

    The fastest way takes 159 minutes, using Bus line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset)?

    The alternative route takes 172 minutes, using Bus line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct train between Bristol and Gillingham (Dorset)?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 39 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset)?

    The CROSSCOUNTRY train line goes from Paignton station near Bristol in South West to Exeter St Davids station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Exeter St Davids station near Gillingham (Dorset) in North Dorset.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bristol to Gillingham (Dorset) by train?

    The total travel time between Bristol in South West and Gillingham (Dorset) in North Dorset by train is about 2 hr 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Bristol to get to Gillingham (Dorset)?

    Get on the CROSSCOUNTRY train from the Paignton station near Bristol in South West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Bristol and Gillingham (Dorset)?

    Get off the train at the Exeter St Davids station, which is closest to Gillingham (Dorset) in North Dorset.