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New Eltham to Gillingham train prices and times

Looking to travel from New Eltham to Gillingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.00, with average prices for this route around £5.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
01:02 New Eltham	02:51 Gillingham (Kent)	1h 49m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:50 New Eltham	07:05 Gillingham (Kent)	1h 15m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:22 New Eltham	07:39 Gillingham (Kent)	1h 17m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:50 New Eltham	08:05 Gillingham (Kent)	1h 15m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:09 New Eltham	08:09 Gillingham (Kent)	1h 0m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:39 New Eltham	08:40 Paris	1h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

New Eltham to Gillingham train route details

First train

01:02

Last train

23:50

Departure station

New Eltham

Arrival station

Gillingham

Journey time

1h 0m

Distance

22 miles

Price

£5.00*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from New Eltham to Gillingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from New Eltham to Gillingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from New Eltham to Gillingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from New Eltham to Gillingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from New Eltham to Gillingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from New Eltham to Gillingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

New Eltham to Gillingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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