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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Tilbury is to bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Tilbury is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Tilbury Town via Waterloo station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Poole to Tilbury?

The distance between Poole and Tilbury is 142 miles. The road distance is 138.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Tilbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Poole to Tilbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Tilbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Tilbury?

The best way to get from Poole to Tilbury is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Poole to Tilbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Tilbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Tilbury is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Poole to Tilbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Tilbury?

There are 2262+ hotels available in Tilbury.

Poole to Tilbury - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Poole to Tilbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
3h 11m
£32–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House LaneX6
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
6h 29m
£20–49
Drive 137.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Tilbury137.5 mi
2h 36m
£35–50

Poole to Tilbury by train and subway

222Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.3 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £24–85 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Tilbury Town via Meeting House Lane, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, Victoria station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 6h 29m.

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