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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
£3
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Tilbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barking to Tilbury will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 3 trains that leave Barking for Tilbury every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.






The table below shows live departures for Barking to Tilbury trains for today, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:55 Barking | 0h25 | 10:20 Tilbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:53 Barking | 0h27 | 11:20 Tilbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:25 Barking | 0h27 | 20:52 Tilbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Barking to Tilbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 22m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:58 |
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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 Barking to Tilbury by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tilbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barking to Tilbury trains use the Barking to Tilbury Town station pair, with some services arriving at Tilbury Riverside. Use this guide to compare Barking and Tilbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Barking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Barking.
Wi-Fi is available at Barking. ATMs are available at Barking.
Ticket office support is available at Barking. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barking: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Barking Riverside is 2 km from Barking city centre. Public transport options include:
Barking Riverside has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Barking Riverside.
ATMs are available at Barking Riverside.
Available at Barking Riverside: Taxis.
Available at Barking Riverside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking Riverside.
Tilbury Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Tilbury Town.
Ticket office support is available at Tilbury Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tilbury Town: Parking, WC.
Available at Tilbury Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tilbury Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Lifts are available from street level to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Tilbury Riverside is 1 km from Tilbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Tilbury Riverside has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Tilbury Riverside. ATMs are available at Tilbury Riverside.
Ticket office support is available at Tilbury Riverside.
Available at Tilbury Riverside: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tilbury Riverside: Wheelchair access through the main entrance.
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