The average train between Edinburgh and Tilbury takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. There is an hourly train service from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Tilbury. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Tilbury at 6:50 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley station and arriving at King's Cross station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.
Edinburgh to Tilbury train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Tilbury train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.
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The distance between Edinburgh and Tilbury is 551.3 km. The road distance is 620 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £130–180 and the journey takes 4h 8m.