Cardiff Central to Benfleet by train
| First train | 05:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:47 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Benfleet | |
| Journey time | From 3h 28m | |
| Distance | 161 miles (259 km) | |
| Frequency | 28 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from Cardiff Central to Benfleet in 3 hours 28 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Benfleet? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 26 minutes to travel the 161 miles (259 km) from Cardiff Central to Benfleet by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 28 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 Great Western Railway or c2c, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Cardiff Central to Benfleet 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 Benfleet by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Benfleet
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