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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Gillingham to Birkenhead. Traveling by bus from Gillingham to Birkenhead usually takes around 10 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 30 minutes.
Distance | 205 mi (329 km) |
Shortest duration | 8h 30m |
Cheapest price | $47.58 |
Most frequent service | National Express |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Gillingham to Birkenhead?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gillingham to Birkenhead. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
National Express | 2 | 10h 8m | $58.83 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 329 kilometers from Gillingham to Birkenhead. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Gillingham to Birkenhead for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gillingham to Birkenhead, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Gillingham?
Main departure station: Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre
Most buses depart from the main station in Gillingham.
All bus stations in Gillingham:
Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre
Where does the bus arrive in Birkenhead?
Main arrival station: Conway Park Campus Bus Stop
All buses from Gillingham arrive at one main station in Birkenhead.
Bus stations in Birkenhead:
Conway Park Campus Bus Stop
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