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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Canvey Island is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Canvey Island is to train and subway which takes 1h 47m and costs £29 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Canvey Island?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Canvey Island. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Benfleet via Paddington and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Reading to Canvey Island?

The distance between Reading and Canvey Island is 70 miles. The road distance is 79 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Canvey Island without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 47m and costs £29 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Reading to Canvey Island, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Reading to Canvey Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Canvey Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Canvey Island is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Reading to Canvey Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Canvey Island?

There are 1320+ hotels available in Canvey Island.

Reading to Canvey Island - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Canvey Island by train, subway, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the subway from Paddington to West Ham stationsubway
3. Take the train from West Ham to Benfleettrain
1h 47m
£29–72
Drive 78.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Canvey Islandcar 78.5 mi
1h 55m
£20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Benfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 10m
£41–76
Train, subway via Upminster station
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to Upminster stationsubway District
3h 1m
£33–49

Reading to Canvey Island by train and foot

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 69.3 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Benfleet via Liverpool Street Station and London Fenchurch Street in around 2h 10m.

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