Nottingham to East Tilbury train with East Midlands Railway

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Compare train for Nottingham to East Tilbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to East Tilbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £72 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £72, while a train costs an average of £72.

Distance: 197 km

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£72

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£40

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3h 15m

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Additional time*

2h 56m

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The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to East Tilbury is a train with an average price of £72.
The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to East Tilbury is by train with an average journey time of 3h 15m.
Yes, you can take a train between Nottingham and East Tilbury.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £72 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-31.63. The journey takes 3h 15m versus 2h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to East Tilbury by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to East Tilbury

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Trains from Nottingham to East Tilbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 15:12, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 197 km distance in 2h 46m.

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
197 km
Average train duration
3h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£72
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 46m
First train
15:12
Last train
20:48
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Apr - Jun
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

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to East Tilbury trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and East Tilbury from £72. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
3h 44m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£56
East Midlands Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£72
east_midlands_trains frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Nottingham to East Tilbury train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to East 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 East Tilbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to East Tilbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £72, while the average price tends to be around £72.
The train journey from Nottingham to East Tilbury covers a distance of 197 km and takes approximately 2h 46m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to East Tilbury is 197 km.
The first train from Nottingham to East Tilbury leaves at 15:12.
The last train from Nottingham to East Tilbury departs at 20:48.
Trains from Nottingham to East Tilbury run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to East Tilbury.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to East Tilbury.
To travel from Nottingham to East Tilbury, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to East Tilbury.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to East Tilbury is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at East Tilbury station (ETL).
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to East Tilbury is by train, costing approximately £72.
Booking trains from Nottingham to East Tilbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Nottingham to East Tilbury offers views of the British countryside, including rolling fields and small towns, but it is not particularly renowned for being scenic compared to other routes in the UK.
A day trip to East Tilbury is typically sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the historic Coalhouse Fort and the scenic Thames Estuary views.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to East Tilbury.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and East Tilbury

Most Nottingham to East Tilbury trains use the Nottingham to East Tilbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and East Tilbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in East Tilbury

Which Nottingham station do trains to East Tilbury leave from?

Trains from Nottingham to East Tilbury leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min

Nottingham train station facilities and services

Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Nottingham.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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