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Tilbury Fort Museum
Museum within Tilbury Fort covering the site's defences, garrison life and Thames history. A practical starting point for a fort visit.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Tilbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Tilbury will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 buses that leave Birmingham for Tilbury every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 192 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Tilbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 192 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Tilbury coaches for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:30 Birmingham | 2h25 | 19:55 Tilbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Birmingham | 2h25 | 21:55 Tilbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 August | |||||
![]() | 14:10 Birmingham | 3h00 | 17:10 Tilbury | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Birmingham to Tilbury run on average 45 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 45 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 192 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 192 km |
Average bus duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 45 |
Direct buses 45 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Tilbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tilbury trip today.
Museum within Tilbury Fort covering the site's defences, garrison life and Thames history. A practical starting point for a fort visit.
Museum in Grays Museum with changing displays on archaeology, local life and art. A compact, informative stop close to Tilbury.
Maritime museum in nearby Chatham showcasing dockyard history, warship collections and historic vessels, ideal for a Thames heritage day trip.
Thames-side green space with wide river views, historic interpretation and open walking routes near Tilbury Fort and Coalhouse Fort.
Popular riverside park east of Tilbury with sea wall walks, military heritage and estuary views. A favourite local area for fresh-air walks.
Nature reserve with easy trails, birdwatching and broad marshland scenery. It offers a quieter side of the Thames landscape near Tilbury.
Jellied eels are a classic Thames-side dish of chopped eels set in savoury stock jelly, long linked with working river communities in Essex and East London.
Pie, mash and liquor is a traditional Thames Estuary meal: minced beef pie with mashed potato and parsley sauce, widely eaten across nearby Essex and East London.
Whitebait are small fish, usually dusted and fried, popular in estuary pubs and seaside towns around Essex for their fresh local coastal character.
Well-known seafood venue in nearby Westcliff-on-Sea, popular for oysters, fish and shellfish from the Essex coast.
Casual Indian restaurant in Tilbury known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a straightforward local atmosphere.
Traditional pub near Tilbury serving British favourites and drinks in a relaxed, historic riverside setting.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are manageable, but accommodation nearby can be costly, especially with easy access to London.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Tilbury by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tilbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Tilbury buses use the Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Tilbury bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
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