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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Canvey Island is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Canvey Island is to train which takes 27 min and costs £7 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Canvey Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford station to Canvey Island. However, there are services departing from Harold Wood Station and arriving at Jones Corner via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Canvey Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barking and arriving at Benfleet. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Ilford to Canvey Island?

The distance between Ilford and Canvey Island is 22 miles. The road distance is 29.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Canvey Island without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £7 - £16.

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

The train from Barking to Benfleet takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Ilford to Canvey Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Harold Wood Station.

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

Ilford to Canvey Island train services, operated by c2c, depart from Barking station.

Train or bus from Ilford to Canvey Island?

The best way to get from Ilford to Canvey Island is to train which takes 27 min and costs £7 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs £9 - £17 and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Ilford to Canvey Island bus arrive?

Ilford to Canvey Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Ilford to Canvey Island train arrive?

Ilford to Canvey Island train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Benfleet station.

Can I drive from Ilford to Canvey Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Canvey Island is 29 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Ilford to Canvey Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Canvey Island?

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilford to Canvey Island by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Barking to Benfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
27 min
£7–16
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Harold Wood Station to Bus Stationbus B1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Jones Cornerbus 22
1h 51m
£9–16
Drive 28.9 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Canvey Islandcar 28.9 mi
39 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilford to Canvey Islandtaxi 28.9 mi
39 min
£70–85

Ilford to Canvey Island by train

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Ilford, England and Canvey Island, England?

c2c operates a train from Barking to Benfleet every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £7–16 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ilford to Jones Corner via Harold Wood, Harold Wood Station, and Bus Station in around 1h 51m.

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