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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Tilbury is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Tilbury is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £110 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at London Hammersmith Bridge Road via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Tilbury Town via Paddington and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Tilbury?

The distance between Plymouth and Tilbury is 255 miles. The road distance is 239 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Tilbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £110 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Plymouth to Tilbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Tilbury bus from?

Plymouth to Tilbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Tilbury train from?

Plymouth to Tilbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Tilbury?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Tilbury is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £110 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Plymouth to Tilbury bus arrive?

Plymouth to Tilbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Hammersmith Bridge Road station.

Where does the Plymouth to Tilbury train arrive?

Plymouth to Tilbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Tilbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Tilbury is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Plymouth to Tilbury.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Tilbury?

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Where can I stay near Tilbury?

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Plymouth to Tilbury - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Plymouth to Tilbury by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
4h 40m
£116–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk049 / ...
7h 20m
£44–100
Drive 237.7 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Tilburycar 237.7 mi
4h 44m
£58–84
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
7h 4m
£254–515
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
7h 53m
£206–452
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
7h 40m
£131–262

Plymouth to Tilbury by train and subway

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Distance: 253.2 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Hammersmith Bridge Road 4 times a day. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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