A pre-booked taxi to the London International Cruise Terminal at Tilbury costs £67 from London City Airport, £85 from Stansted, £95 from Gatwick, £110 from Luton and £130 from Heathrow in a saloon. Prices are fixed when you book. Your driver meets you in arrivals and drops you at the terminal door on Ferry Road, Tilbury (RM18 7NG).
Airport to Tilbury cruise terminal fares
| From | Saloon (3) | Estate (4) | People carrier (6) | 8-seater | 16-seat minibus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London City Airport | £67 | £76 | £88 | £116 | £316 |
| Stansted Airport | £85 | £97 | £112 | £124 | £373 |
| Gatwick Airport | £95 | £109 | £127 | £140 | £389 |
| Luton Airport | £110 | £126 | £148 | £163 | £427 |
| Heathrow Airport | £130 | £149 | £173 | £192 | £445 |
Live quotes from our booking system, checked October 2026.
About Tilbury cruise terminal
London’s cruise terminal sits on the Thames at Tilbury in Essex, about 25 miles east of central London and 7 miles from junction 30 of the M25. It is the home port of Ambassador Cruise Line, and Oceania, Hurtigruten and other lines also sail from here. Many of the departures are no-fly cruises to Norway, the Canaries and the Mediterranean, which is why so many passengers arrive by plane from elsewhere in the UK or overseas the morning they sail.
Which airport is best for a Tilbury cruise?
- London City is the closest, about 30 minutes by road, and the cheapest transfer.
- Stansted is around 50 minutes up the M11 and M25, handy for European and Ryanair or easyJet flights.
- Gatwick crosses the Thames via the Dartford Crossing; allow about an hour and 15 minutes.
- Heathrow is the furthest, round the M25: allow 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes depending on traffic.
Planning a same-day fly-cruise
- Find your check-in slot on your cruise documents. Most ships board in the late morning and early afternoon and sail in the late afternoon.
- Allow time at the airport: 30 to 60 minutes for a domestic or European arrival, longer for long-haul with immigration.
- Add the drive and a buffer for the Dartford Crossing or M25, which can be slow.
- If your flight lands after midday, or is long-haul, think about a hotel night near Tilbury or Thurrock before sailing.
We track your flight. If it is delayed, the driver waits and the fare stays the same.
Taxi or train to Tilbury?
The nearest station, Tilbury Town, is about a mile from the terminal, with c2c trains from London Fenchurch Street. From an airport that means getting into London first, crossing to Fenchurch Street, then a bus or taxi from Tilbury Town, all with cruise luggage. A car from the airport is one journey.
FAQs
How much is a taxi from Heathrow to Tilbury cruise terminal?
£130 in a saloon and £173 in a people carrier, fixed at booking.
How far is Stansted from Tilbury?
About 50 minutes by road. A saloon costs £85.
Which is the closest airport to Tilbury cruise terminal?
London City Airport, around 30 minutes away. A saloon is £67.
What is the postcode for Tilbury cruise terminal?
London International Cruise Terminal, Ferry Road, Tilbury RM18 7NG.
Can you collect us after the cruise?
Yes. See Tilbury cruise terminal to London and airports.
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