The average train between Cardiff and South Benfleet takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff to South Benfleet. 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 hourly between Cardiff and South Benfleet. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:20 PM which arrives into South Benfleet at 12:46 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 35m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cardiff to South Benfleet? 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 Cardiff to South Benfleet. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central station and arriving at Benfleet station via London Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Cardiff to South Benfleet train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to South Benfleet train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Benfleet station.
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The distance between Cardiff and South Benfleet is 258.9 km. The road distance is 295 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Benfleet via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and London Fenchurch Street in around 3h 13m.