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Compare train for Southampton to Tilbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Tilbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 138 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Tilbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to Tilbury run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
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 £7
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 22:26 |
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 £7
Train companies: South Western Railway from Southampton to Tilbury trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Tilbury from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
£25
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Southampton to Tilbury train
FAQs: Travel by train from Southampton to Tilbury easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Southampton to Tilbury.
Booking trains from Southampton to Tilbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to Tilbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Tilbury is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train distance from Southampton to Tilbury is 138 km.
The train journey from Southampton to Tilbury covers a distance of 138 km and takes approximately 2h 50m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Tilbury is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Tilbury Town (TIL).
The first train from Southampton to Tilbury leaves at 4:44.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton to Tilbury.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton to Tilbury.
The last train from Southampton to Tilbury departs at 22:26.
Trains from Southampton to Tilbury run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southampton to Tilbury.
To travel from Southampton to Tilbury, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Tilbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Tilbury
Southampton
Tilbury
The major train station for departures in Southampton is Sholing. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sholing for your trip from Southampton to Tilbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains to Fareham) using a long ramp (40m) at approx 1:10 gradient (up to 1:7 in places). There is no step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Southampton, which is accessed via a stepped footbridge only). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Sholing
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Woolston/Southampton, in Station Road by the 'Stop & Shop' store adjacent to footpath leading to station. To Bursledon/Fareham, in Station Road between Cranbury Road and Sholing Vicarage driveway.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southampton Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
The major train station for arrivals in Tilbury is Tilbury Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tilbury Town for your journey to Tilbury from Southampton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 19:15 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 16:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets can be accessed from the front of station; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Access from the front of station. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside station entrance to platforms 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Tilbury Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses in both directions depart from bus stops outside entrance to platform 2
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