🛳️
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Borealis, Bolette, Balmoral, Braemar. Tilbury is a key Fred. Olsen UK departure port.
Northants → Essex Cruise Port · NN16 → RM18 · 125 mi
Kettering to Tilbury
Cruise Terminal. .
Door-to-port Kettering to Tilbury Cruise Terminal pre-cruise transfer taxi with fixed-price quotes from saloon. From any NN16 postcode in Kettering — Kettering town centre, Burton Latimer, Barton Seagrave, Rothwell, Desborough — direct to London International Cruise Terminal at Tilbury (RM18). ~125 miles via A14 east, M11 south, M25 anti-clockwise (Dartford Crossing), A1089 to Tilbury. Typically 2h30m–3h. Includes one rest stop. Cruise specialist transfer — covering Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines (Borealis, Bolette, Balmoral, Braemar), Ambassador Cruise Line (Ambience, Ambition), Saga Cruises (Spirit of Adventure, Spirit of Discovery), plus occasional P&O Cruises and Cunard repositioning sailings. Driver waits at agreed cruise terminal exit on returns. Generous cruise luggage capacity — saloon 2+2, estate 3+3, MPV 6+6 cases. Mercedes E executive for VIP cruise guests. Dart Charge for Dartford Crossing included in fare.
✓ Fixed ✓ Cruise specialist✓ Cruise luggage capacity✓ Dart Charge incl.
Kettering → Tilbury Quote
Fixed price · Reply in <15 min
🔒 Cruise specialist · Driver waits.
Kettering → Tilbury Fixed Fares
Same fare 24/7 · Dart Charge included · Cruise luggage capacity
| Vehicle | Capacity | Luggage | Fixed Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| SaloonMost popular | 1–4 pax | 2 cases + 2 hand | |
| EstateCruise loadout | 1–4 pax | 3 cases + 3 hand | |
| MPVFamily cruise / 5–8 pax | 5–8 pax | 6 cases + 6 hand | |
| Executive SaloonMercedes E for VIP cruise | 1–3 pax | 3 cases + 3 hand | |
| Executive MPVMercedes V-Class | Up to 6 pax | 6 cases + 6 hand |
Saloon
MPV
Executive
~125mi
Distance
2h30–3h
Journey
Cruise Lines
Tilbury Cruise Lines Covered
🛳️
Ambassador Cruise Line
Ambience, Ambition. British cruise line operating from Tilbury.
🛳️
Saga Cruises
Spirit of Adventure, Spirit of Discovery. Premium adults-only cruise line.
🛳️
P&O / Cunard Repositioning
Occasional repositioning sailings from Tilbury when Southampton not used.
🛳️
Tilbury Ferry Terminal
Adjacent ferry terminal — Stena Line, P&O Ferries to Continental Europe.
🛳️
Cruise & Maritime Successors
Successor cruise lines from former Cruise & Maritime Voyages also operate from Tilbury.
FAQs
Kettering to Tilbury — FAQs
How much is a taxi from Kettering to Tilbury Cruise Terminal?
fixed for a saloon, estate, MPV, executive saloon, executive MPV. Includes rest stop and Dart Charge.
How long from Kettering to Tilbury Cruise Terminal?
2h30m–3h via A14 east → M11 south → M25 anti-clockwise → Dartford Crossing → A1089. Friday afternoon up to 3h45m+.
Which cruise lines sail from Tilbury?
Fred. Olsen, Ambassador, Saga, plus occasional P&O / Cunard repositioning. London International Cruise Terminal is the gateway via the Thames Estuary.
Do you handle post-cruise disembarkation Tilbury to Kettering?
Yes — same fixed saloon fare on the return. Driver waits at agreed cruise terminal exit at confirmed disembarkation time.
Are Dartford Crossing tolls included?
Yes. Dart Charge (.50 each way) included in the fixed fare.
Can you handle inbound flight delays before cruise embarkation?
Yes — free flight tracking. Cruise embarkation typically closes 2 hours before sailing. We recommend a 4+ hour buffer.
Other cruise ports from Kettering?
Yes. Southampton (~), Dover (~), Liverpool (~), Harwich (~).
Pay on day or upfront?
Long-distance bookings require a 20–30% deposit at confirmation. Balance on the day. Cruise tour operators on invoice.
Book Your
Kettering → Tilbury Cruise Taxi
fixed. Cruise specialist. Cruise luggage capacity. Dart Charge included. 24/7.