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V&A Museum
Leading design museum with decorative arts collections and regular exhibitions, reachable from Tilbury for a cultural day trip.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Purfleet to Tilbury among Omio's users.
Distance: 4 miles (8 km)
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$3 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
15m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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Take a train from Purfleet to Tilbury and enjoy the approximately 4 miles (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 4 miles (8 km) |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 11:14 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Tilbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tilbury trip today.
Leading design museum with decorative arts collections and regular exhibitions, reachable from Tilbury for a cultural day trip.
Riverfront museum in Greenwich telling Britain’s seafaring story through ships, maps, and navigation history relevant to the Thames.
Compact museum inside Tilbury Fort exploring the fort’s defences, soldiers, and role in protecting the Thames approaches.
Popular waterfront park with river views, paths, play areas, and easy access to Tilbury’s maritime setting and flood barrier.
Riverside heritage landscape around Coalhouse Fort with open grassland, estuary views, trails, and strong military history.
Historic estate village created for Bata workers, noted for interwar modernist planning and distinctive industrial heritage.
Jellied eels are an old Thames Estuary specialty, made by poaching chopped eels and setting the stock into a savoury jelly. A classic East London and Essex docklands dish.
Pie, mash and liquor is a traditional working-class meal of minced beef pie, mashed potatoes and parsley sauce. It is closely tied to East London and nearby Essex communities.
Whitebait are small fish, usually lightly floured and fried, long enjoyed in Thames-side pubs and estuary towns. They are a simple local seafood staple.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean grill serving kebabs, meze and charcoal-cooked meats in a casual modern setting.
Reliable local Indian restaurant known for classic curries, grilled dishes and a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere.
Established fish and chip shop offering British takeaway staples. A practical stop for a classic local meal near the docks.
Tilbury is moderate for UK travel. Dining and coffee are typical for southeast England, while local transit is manageable; nearby London trips and hotels can raise overall costs.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: no obligation, but small change is appreciated.
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Tilbury Town -> Tilbury Civic Square
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.