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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Tilbury is to drive and car ferry which costs £29 - £80 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Tilbury is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 21m and costs £130 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Tilbury Town via Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Tilbury?

The distance between Dunkirk and Tilbury is 242 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Tilbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Dunkirk to Tilbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Tilbury train from?

Dunkirk to Tilbury train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dunkerque station.

What is the time difference between Dunkirk and Tilbury?

Tilbury is 1h behind Dunkirk. It is currently 9:44 PM in Dunkirk and 8:44 PM in Tilbury.

Where does the Dunkirk to Tilbury train arrive?

Dunkirk to Tilbury train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunkirk to Tilbury?

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Where can I stay near Tilbury?

There are 2284+ hotels available in Tilbury.

Dunkirk to Tilbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Tilbury by train (Eurostar), bus, train, car ferry, car, or car train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3h 45m
£88–166
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calaiscar
2. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Tilburycar
3h 23m
£29–79
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
5h 34m
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the carferry from Dunkirk to Port of Dovercarferry Dover to Dunkirk
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 1700 / ...
9h 59m
£48–170
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Tilburycar
2h 21m
£137–148

Dunkirk to Tilbury by train and subway

82Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.1 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Tilbury, England?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Tilbury Town via Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 3h 45m.

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