Sheffield to Tilbury train

Tue 31 Mar
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Great Western Railway
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West Midlands Trains
Regionale
Chiltern Railways
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Great Western Railway
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Chiltern Railways
2,000+ travel companies
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Compare coach, train and flight for Sheffield to Tilbury

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Tilbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £196.

Distance: 247 km

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£67

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£16

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£196

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4h 15m

Average total duration

3h 45m

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Live departures

Sheffield to Tilbury train times

The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Tilbury trains for today, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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east_midlands_trains14:35 Sheffield
3h12
17:47 Tilbury Town3 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Sheffield to Tilbury

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Trains from Sheffield to Tilbury run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 18:29. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 3h 45m.

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
Coach from £16
Distance
247 km
Average train duration
3h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£67
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
3h 45m
First train
04:43
Last train
18:29
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
Coach from £16

FAQs: Sheffield to Tilbury train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Tilbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £67, while the average price tends to be around £67.
The train journey from Sheffield to Tilbury covers a distance of 247 km and takes approximately 3h 45m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Tilbury is 247 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Tilbury leaves at 4:43.
The last train from Sheffield to Tilbury departs at 18:29.
Trains from Sheffield to Tilbury run approximately 3 times per day.
To get from Sheffield to Tilbury, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Tilbury.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Tilbury is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Tilbury Town (TIL).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Tilbury is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Sheffield to 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 Sheffield to Tilbury offers a variety of views, including picturesque countryside landscapes and glimpses of urban areas. While not renowned for being one of the most scenic routes in the UK, passengers can still enjoy pleasant views, particularly in the more rural stretches of the journey.
A day trip from Sheffield to Tilbury is not feasible due to the journey duration of 3h 45m. Trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 247 km.
Tilbury can be explored in a day, focusing on its main attractions such as the Tilbury Fort and the historic waterfront, although some travellers might prefer an additional day to explore nearby areas or enjoy a more leisurely visit.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Sheffield to Tilbury.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Tilbury

Sheffield
Tilbury
The major train station for departures in Sheffield is Sheffield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield for your trip from Sheffield to Tilbury.
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. 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 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Sheffield
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.

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