Birmingham to Tilbury bus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Tilbury

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

2 h 25 m

Average duration

2 h 25 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

192 km

Cheap tickets

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 £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Birmingham for Tilbury every day 2 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 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 m 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.

  • FlixBus
    18:002h25
    Birmingham
    20:25Tilbury
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    19:302h25
    Birmingham
    21:55Tilbury
    £101One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Tilbury

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

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Train

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£72

Average Price

3h 9m

Average total duration

2h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 4m

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2h 34m

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30m

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Live departures

Birmingham to Tilbury bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Tilbury coaches for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBus19:30 Birmingham
2h25
21:55 Tilbury0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Tilbury

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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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Birmingham to Tilbury coach

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Tilbury can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Tilbury is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to Tilbury is 2h 25m to travel the 192 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to Tilbury leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Tilbury leaves at 23:30.
When departing from Birmingham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) . When arriving in Tilbury , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch), London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, Watford, Shearings London Interchange, London, Stratford City Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Tilbury from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Tilbury is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Tilbury including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from Birmingham to Tilbury has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Tilbury.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Birmingham to Tilbury.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Tilbury.
No, luggage for the coach from Birmingham to Tilbury needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Birmingham to Tilbury.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Tilbury.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Tilbury.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Birmingham to Tilbury.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Tilbury

Birmingham
Tilbury
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
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address
Address
Birmingham Great Charles Street Queensway, Great Charles Street Queensway 145, B3 3LT
Birmingham
information
Birmingham, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Mill Lane
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station
Public transport options for Birmingham, Coach Station
  • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street

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