Taking the train from Reading to Tilbury

Ready to book a trip from Reading to Tilbury by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost for travel between Reading and Tilbury

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$57.70, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train timetable for travel between Reading and Tilbury

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Reading to Tilbury by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 02:24

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 21:28

  • First daily departure (weekend): 08:21

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 21:53

  • Average number of daily trains: 27 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 35 minutes

Average train travel time from Reading to Tilbury

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 4 minutes, travelling a total distance of 96 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Reading to Tilbury trains

Tickets for travel to Tilbury along this route are available for purchase 3 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

More information on train travel from Reading to Tilbury

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Tilbury city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Reading to Tilbury by train?

The trip from Reading to Tilbury covers a distance of 96 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Reading to Tilbury?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at AU$57.70. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

How far in advance can I book my Reading to Tilbury train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 3 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Reading to Tilbury by train?

The shortest trip is 2 hours and 4 minutes.