What is the cheapest way to get from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate?

The cheapest way to get from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate is to train which costs £2 - £6 and takes 6 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate?

The fastest way to get from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate is to train which takes 6 min and costs £2 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Barking (Station) and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct bus from Barking (Station) station to Forest Gate station. However, there are services departing from Barking Station and arriving at Wanstead Park Station via Stratford City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Barking (Station) and Forest Gate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barking and arriving at Wanstead Park. Services depart every four hours, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate?

The distance between Barking (Station) and Forest Gate is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate without a car?

The best way to get from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate without a car is to train which takes 6 min and costs £2 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate?

The train from Barking to Wanstead Park takes 6 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Barking (Station) to Forest Gate bus from?

Barking (Station) to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Barking Station.

Where do I catch the Barking (Station) to Forest Gate train from?

Barking (Station) to Forest Gate train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Barking station.

Train or bus from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate?

The best way to get from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate is to train which takes 6 min and costs £2 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 238 bus and line 308 bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Barking (Station) to Forest Gate bus arrive?

Barking (Station) to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Stratford Bus Station.

Where does the Barking (Station) to Forest Gate train arrive?

Barking (Station) to Forest Gate train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Wanstead Park station.

How do I get a train ticket from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate?

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Barking (Station) to Forest Gate - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Barking (Station) to Forest Gate by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barking to Wanstead Parktrain Barking - Gospel Oak / ...
6 min
£2–6
Bus, train via Ilford Sainsbury's
1. Take the bus from Barking Station to Ilford Sainsbury'sbus El1
2. Take the train from Ilford to Forest Gatetrain Elizabeth / ...
19 min
£3–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking (Station) to Forest Gatetaxi 3.9 mi
11 min
£12–15
Walk
1. Take the foot from Barking (Station) to Forest Gatewalk 3.5 mi
1h 7m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barking Station to Ilford Stationbus Sl2
2. Take the train from Ilford to Forest Gatetrain Elizabeth / ...
23 min
£3–6
Line 238 bus, line 308 bus
1. Take the bus from Barking Station to Stratford Bus Stationbus 238
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Wanstead Park Stationbus 308
1h 7m
£4

Barking (Station) to Forest Gate by train

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Distance: 2.5 mi
Duration: 6 min

What companies run services between Barking (Station), England and Forest Gate, Greater London, England?

London Overground operates a train from Barking to Wanstead Park every 4 hours. Tickets cost £2–6 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barking Station to Wanstead Park Station via Stratford Bus Station and Stratford City Bus Station in around 1h 7m.

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