The average train between Blackburn and Tilbury takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackburn to Tilbury. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackburn and Tilbury. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Tilbury at 1:33 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Blackburn to Tilbury? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Tilbury station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.
Blackburn to Tilbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Blackburn to Tilbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Tilbury Town station.
Book your Blackburn to Tilbury train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Blackburn and Tilbury is 318.8 km. The road distance is 399 km.
You can take a train from Blackburn to Tilbury Town via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Fenchurch Street in around 4h 24m.