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What is the best way to travel from Gillingham to Exeter?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool, Trains and Buses for the journey to Exeter from Gillingham. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
4h 12m
$87
$122
5
Car
4h 10m
$18
$18
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Exeter from Gillingham?

You can get to Exeter with just $18 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
from $18
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from $87
Sunday

    Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 10m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Gillingham
    3:40 AM
    Exeter
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $18

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Southeastern
    4h 12m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Gillingham
    Railway Station
    10:10 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from $87
  • Southeastern
    4h 22m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Gillingham
    Railway Station
    10:20 AM
    Exeter
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from $87
  • Southeastern
    4h 33m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Gillingham
    Railway Station
    10:31 AM
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from $87
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    4h 39m
    0
    5:06 AM
    Gillingham
    Railway Station
    9:45 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $175

What are the fastest trips from Gillingham to Exeter?

You can get to Exeter from Gillingham in just 4h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Monday
from 4h 10m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 4h 12m
Sunday

    Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 10m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Gillingham
    3:40 AM
    Exeter
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $18

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Southeastern
    4h 12m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Gillingham
    Railway Station
    10:10 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from $87
  • Southeastern
    4h 22m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Gillingham
    Railway Station
    10:20 AM
    Exeter
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from $87
  • Southeastern
    4h 33m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Gillingham
    Railway Station
    10:31 AM
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from $87
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    4h 39m
    0
    5:06 AM
    Gillingham
    Railway Station
    9:45 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $175
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Gillingham to Exeter

What are the most popular stations in Gillingham and Exeter?

In Gillingham, you will usually depart from Eastcourt Lane, Wigmore or Maidstone Rd, while in Exeter you will be arriving at St Thomas Station, St Davids Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Exeter from Gillingham? With 3 connections between 3 Carpool, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Gillingham and Exeter, you can pay as low as $18 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Exeter in just 4h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Gillingham and Exeter are Southeastern, GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Gillingham and Exeter is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Chatham or to Topsham, and look at flights from Rochester Airport, and landing at Exeter Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Gillingham to Exeter?

The most popular companies between Gillingham and Exeter, are Southeastern, GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Southeastern and GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)

All you need to know when you travel from Gillingham to Exeter

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Gillingham to Exeter. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Gillingham to Exeter

How can I reach Exeter from Gillingham?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Carpool, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Exeter from Gillingham.

How far is Exeter from Gillingham?

The distance between Gillingham and Exeter is 183.4 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Gillingham and Exeter?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 50 kgs, and a flight 73 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Gillingham to Exeter?

You can get to Exeter with just $18 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Gillingham to Exeter?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Exeter in just 4h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Gillingham and to Exeter

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Gillingham and to Exeter. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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