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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Purfleet to Tilbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Purfleet to Tilbury will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 43 trains from Purfleet to Tilbury, including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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.

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Take a train from Purfleet to Tilbury and enjoy the approximately 8 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 23:14.
Distance 8 km |
First train 4:43 |
Last train 23:14 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Purfleet to Tilbury.
The table below shows live departures for Purfleet to Tilbury trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:32 Purfleet | 0h14 | 5:46 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:53 Purfleet | 0h25 | 6:18 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:28 Purfleet | 0h22 | 6:50 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:06 Purfleet | 0h10 | 7:16 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:31 Purfleet | 0h20 | 7:51 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:01 Purfleet | 0h08 | 8:09 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:32 Purfleet | 0h18 | 8:50 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:02 Purfleet | 0h19 | 9:21 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:22 Purfleet | 0h28 | 9:50 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:51 Purfleet | 0h29 | 10:20 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:22 Purfleet | 0h28 | 10:50 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:52 Purfleet | 0h28 | 11:20 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:21 Purfleet | 0h30 | 11:51 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:52 Purfleet | 0h28 | 12:20 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:21 Purfleet | 0h29 | 12:50 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:51 Purfleet | 0h29 | 13:20 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:22 Purfleet | 0h28 | 13:50 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:52 Purfleet | 0h28 | 14:20 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:21 Purfleet | 0h29 | 14:50 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:51 Purfleet | 0h29 | 15:20 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:21 Purfleet | 0h29 | 15:50 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:51 Purfleet | 0h30 | 16:21 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:34 Purfleet | 0h17 | 16:51 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:52 Purfleet | 0h09 | 17:01 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:07 Purfleet | 0h08 | 17:15 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:21 Purfleet | 0h09 | 17:30 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:38 Purfleet | 0h09 | 17:47 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:53 Purfleet | 0h09 | 18:02 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:08 Purfleet | 0h08 | 18:16 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:23 Purfleet | 0h08 | 18:31 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:29 Purfleet | 0h51 | 19:20 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:38 Purfleet | 0h08 | 18:46 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:53 Purfleet | 0h09 | 19:02 Tilbury Town | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:22 Purfleet | 0h29 | 19:51 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:51 Purfleet | 0h29 | 20:20 Tilbury Town | 1 change | |
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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.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Tilbury.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Purfleet 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 Purfleet to Tilbury trains use the Purfleet to Tilbury Town station pair. Use this guide to compare Purfleet and Tilbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Purfleet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Purfleet.
Ticket office support is available at Purfleet. 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 Purfleet: Parking.
Available at Purfleet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Purfleet: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There are no lifts at the station, but step free access is available to both platforms via the level crossing/ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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