The average train between Barking and Essex takes 1h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Barking to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Barking and Essex. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barking is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at West Ham and take an average of 1h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 6m • 2 changes


1h 15m • 2 changes


1h 8m • 2 changes


1h 10m • 2 changes


1h 6m • 2 changes


1h 6m • 2 changes


1h 15m • 2 changes


1h 8m • 2 changes


1h 6m • 2 changes


1h 6m • 2 changes


1h 15m • 2 changes


1h 8m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Barking to Essex? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Barking to Essex. However, there are services departing from Barking station and arriving at Essex station via White Notley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.
Barking to Essex train services, operated by c2c, depart from Stratford (London) station.
Barking to Essex train services, operated by c2c, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Barking to Essex train tickets online with c2c, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Barking and Essex is 48 km. The road distance is 68 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Stratford (London) to White Notley hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 46 min.