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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tilbury is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tilbury is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Tilbury Town via Paddington and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Tilbury?

The distance between Cardiff and Tilbury is 175 miles. The road distance is 175 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tilbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Cardiff to Tilbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tilbury train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Tilbury?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tilbury is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 5h 14m, you could also fly, which costs £220 - £700 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff to Tilbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Tilbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Tilbury is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Cardiff to Tilbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Tilbury?

There are 230+ hotels available in Tilbury.

Cardiff to Tilbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Tilbury by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 22m
£49–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
5h 14m
£15–32
Drive 174 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Tilburycar 174 mi
3h 34m
£43–62
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
6h 31m
£62–264
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 52m
£222–667

Cardiff to Tilbury by train and subway

196Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Tilbury, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £40–90 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoria every 3 hours. Tickets cost £6–19 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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