The average train between Canvey Island and Reading takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Canvey Island to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Canvey Island and Reading. The earliest departure is at 4:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Canvey Island is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Reading at 1:24 AM. All services require a transfer at West Ham and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 59m • 2 changes

1h 51m • 2 changes

1h 50m • 2 changes

1h 47m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Canvey Island to Reading? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Canvey Island to Reading. However, there are services departing from Canvey Island station and arriving at Reading station via West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Canvey Island to Reading train services, operated by c2c, depart from Benfleet station.
Canvey Island to Reading train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Canvey Island to Reading train tickets online with c2c, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Canvey Island and Reading is 107.7 km. The road distance is 112 km.
You can take a train from Benfleet to Reading via London Fenchurch Street and Liverpool Street Station in around 2h 19m.