What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Canvey Island?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Canvey Island is to bus and train which costs £30 - £50 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Canvey Island?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Canvey Island is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Canvey Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Canvey Island. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Jones Corner via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Canvey Island?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Canvey Island. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Benfleet via Paddington and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Canvey Island?

The distance between Cardiff and Canvey Island is 179 miles. The road distance is 187.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Canvey Island without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Canvey Island without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Canvey Island?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Cardiff to Canvey Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Canvey Island bus from?

Cardiff to Canvey Island bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Canvey Island train from?

Cardiff to Canvey Island train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Canvey Island?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Canvey Island is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Cardiff to Canvey Island bus arrive?

Cardiff to Canvey Island bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Canvey Island train arrive?

Cardiff to Canvey Island train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Canvey Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Canvey Island is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Cardiff to Canvey Island.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Canvey Island?

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Where can I stay near Canvey Island?

There are 884+ hotels available in Canvey Island.

Cardiff to Canvey Island - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Canvey Island by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Benfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
3h 18m
£76–131
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Benfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
4h 45m
£33–47
Drive 186.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Canvey Islandcar 186.5 mi
3h 47m
£47–67
Fly from Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Benfleettrain
6h 12m
£337–1,125
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
6h 56m
£38–60
Train to Bristol Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from West Ham to Benfleettrain
6h 37m
£266–470

Cardiff to Canvey Island by train and subway

189Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Canvey Island, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Benfleet via London Paddington, Paddington, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Jones Corner via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 6h 56m.

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