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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Tilbury is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Tilbury is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £85 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Tilbury Town via Paddington and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Exeter to Tilbury?

The distance between Exeter and Tilbury is 203 miles. The road distance is 196 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Tilbury without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Exeter to Tilbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Tilbury train from?

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

Train or fly from Exeter to Tilbury?

The best way to get from Exeter to Tilbury is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £230 - £470 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Exeter to Tilbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Tilbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Tilbury is 196 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Exeter to Tilbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Tilbury?

There are 2279+ hotels available in Tilbury.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 40m
£86–148
Drive 194.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Tilburycar 194.8 mi
4h 2m
£49–70
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
5h 41m
£231–468
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
4h 26m
£76–149
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
6h 29m
£205–437
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
6h 15m
£108–249

Exeter to Tilbury by train and subway

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Distance: 201.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £70–140 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, Aurigny, Loganair, and two other airlines fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY) twice daily.

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