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Taking the train from Benfleet to Brentwood in 46 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Benfleet to Brentwood? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 3 minutes to travel the 12 miles (20 km) from Benfleet to Brentwood by train, although you can get there in as little as 46 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 30 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with c2c or London Overground, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Benfleet to Brentwood in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Brentwood by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Benfleet to Brentwood? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Benfleet to Brentwood take?
The average journey time by train between Benfleet and Brentwood is 1 hour and 3 minutes, with around 30 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Benfleet and Brentwood by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Benfleet to Brentwood is 46 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Benfleet to Brentwood?
No, there are no direct train services from Benfleet to Brentwood. Travelling from Benfleet to Brentwood by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from Benfleet to Brentwood leave?
The first train from Benfleet to Brentwood leaves at 05:35. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Benfleet to Brentwood leave?
The last train from Benfleet to Brentwood leaves at 21:32. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Benfleet and Brentwood by train?
Trains travelling from Benfleet to Brentwood cover a distance of around 12 miles (20 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Brentwood to Benfleet.
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