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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.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Tilbury
Showing times and prices for 06 Aug
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
7 h 6 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
166 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to Tilbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
To travel from Coventry to Tilbury you need to make at least 3 changes.
1:507h13Coventry9:03Calcutta RoadFind prices3 changes- 4:206h29Coventry10:49Calcutta RoadFind prices3 changes
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Live departures
Coventry to Tilbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Tilbury coaches for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:00 Coventry | 10h53 | 5:53 Calcutta Road | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 6 August | |||||
| 1:50 Coventry | 7h13 | 9:03 Calcutta Road | 3 changes | |
| 4:20 Coventry | 6h29 | 10:49 Calcutta Road | 3 changes | |
| 6:35 Coventry | 7h14 | 13:49 Calcutta Road | 3 changes | |
| 8:40 Coventry | 7h16 | 15:56 Calcutta Road | 3 changes | |
| 10:35 Coventry | 7h16 | 17:51 Calcutta Road | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry to Tilbury
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Take a bus from Coventry to Tilbury and enjoy the approximately 166 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 5h 47m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £117
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 7h 35m |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 5h 47m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £117
Bus providers: National Express from Coventry to TilburyYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Tilbury with National Express for as low as £117. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 47m
National Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Complete guide to Tilbury
Things to do in Tilbury
Discover the best of Tilbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tilbury trip today.
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Thurrock Museum
Museum in Grays Museum with changing displays on archaeology, local life and art. A compact, informative stop close to Tilbury.
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The Historic Dockyard Chatham
Maritime museum in nearby Chatham showcasing dockyard history, warship collections and historic vessels, ideal for a Thames heritage day trip.
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Thames Estuary Path
Thames-side green space with wide river views, historic interpretation and open walking routes near Tilbury Fort and Coalhouse Fort.
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Coalhouse Fort Park
Popular riverside park east of Tilbury with sea wall walks, military heritage and estuary views. A favourite local area for fresh-air walks.
Chafford Gorges Nature Park
Nature reserve with easy trails, birdwatching and broad marshland scenery. It offers a quieter side of the Thames landscape near Tilbury.
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Jellied Eels
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
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.
Fried Whitebait
Whitebait are small fish, usually dusted and fried, popular in estuary pubs and seaside towns around Essex for their fresh local coastal character.
Osborne Bros Seafood Merchants
Well-known seafood venue in nearby Westcliff-on-Sea, popular for oysters, fish and shellfish from the Essex coast.
Siva Tandoori
Casual Indian restaurant in Tilbury known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a straightforward local atmosphere.
The World's End
Traditional pub near Tilbury serving British favourites and drinks in a relaxed, historic riverside setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are manageable, but accommodation nearby can be costly, especially with easy access to London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a regular coffee.
Tipping culture
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.
FAQs: Coventry to Tilbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.
The average journey time by coach from Coventry to Tilbury is 5h 47m to travel the 166 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 Coventry to Tilbury leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Coventry to Tilbury leaves at 23:30.
Yes, there are 11 direct coaches a day from Coventry to Tilbury with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Coventry to Tilbury, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Tilbury. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Coventry and Tilbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Coventry , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) . When arriving in Tilbury , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Victoria Coach Station, Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch), London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, Watford, Shearings London Interchange, London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, 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 Coventry is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 47m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Coventry to Tilbury is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Coventry and Tilbury including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Coventry to Tilbury:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Coventry to Tilbury for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Coventry to Tilbury depends on the coach companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Coventry to Tilbury.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Coventry to Tilbury:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Coventry to Tilbury:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Coventry to Tilbury.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Coventry to Tilbury with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Coventry to Tilbury with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Coventry to Tilbury with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Tilbury
Most Coventry to Tilbury buses use the Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station pair. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Tilbury bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Coventry
Arrival bus stations in Tilbury
Which Coventry station do buses to Tilbury leave from?
Buses from Coventry to Tilbury leave from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station. The station is 1 km from Coventry city centre at Fairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5AD, United Kingdom.
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus StationFairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5AD, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station from Coventry city centre
Bus87, 51, 188 · 3m · £2 · every ~8 min
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Ramps.
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