What is the cheapest way to get from Dorset to Tilbury?

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Tilbury is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorset to Tilbury?

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Tilbury is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Tilbury station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at London Green Line Coach Station via Tesco and Poole Seldown Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Tilbury Town via Waterloo station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Dorset to Tilbury?

The distance between Dorset and Tilbury is 170 miles. The road distance is 151.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dorset to Tilbury without a car?

The best way to get from Dorset to Tilbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Dorset to Tilbury?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Dorset to Tilbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Tilbury bus from?

Dorset to Tilbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Poole Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Tilbury train from?

Dorset to Tilbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Dorchester South station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Tilbury?

The best way to get from Dorset to Tilbury is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Dorset to Tilbury bus arrive?

Dorset to Tilbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Green Line Coach Station.

Where does the Dorset to Tilbury train arrive?

Dorset to Tilbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Tilbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Tilbury is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Dorset to Tilbury.

Where can I stay near Tilbury?

There are 2269+ hotels available in Tilbury.

Dorset to Tilbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to Tilbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
4h 25m
£61–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
7h 28m
£27–40
Drive 150.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Tilburycar 150.6 mi
2h 45m
£38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Hammersmith Broadwaybus 035
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Charing Crossbus 9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Barking Stationbus N15
4. Take the train from Barking to Tilbury Towntrain
7h 35m
£28–142

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Tilbury, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Dorchester South to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £13–21 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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