What is the cheapest way to get from Barking to Covent Garden?

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Covent Garden is to rideshare which costs £1 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barking to Covent Garden?

The fastest way to get from Barking to Covent Garden is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Covent Garden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barking Town Centre and arriving at Savoy Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Barking and Covent Garden?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Barking Riverside Pier and arriving at Embankment Pier. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Covent Garden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barking station station and arriving at Embankment station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Barking to Covent Garden?

The distance between Barking and Covent Garden is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

How do I travel from Barking to Covent Garden without a car?

The best way to get from Barking to Covent Garden without a car is to subway which takes 33 min and costs £8 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Barking to Covent Garden?

The subway from Barking station to Embankment station takes 33 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Barking to Covent Garden bus from?

Barking to Covent Garden bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Barking Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Covent Garden train from?

Barking to Covent Garden train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Barking station.

Where does the Barking to Covent Garden bus arrive?

Barking to Covent Garden bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Savoy Street station.

Where does the Barking to Covent Garden train arrive?

Barking to Covent Garden train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Embankment station.

Can I drive from Barking to Covent Garden?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Covent Garden is 11 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Barking to Covent Garden.

How do I get a train ticket from Barking to Covent Garden?

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Where can I stay near Covent Garden?

There are 21935+ hotels available in Covent Garden.

Can I share a ride from Barking to Covent Garden?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Barking and Covent Garden. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 6 ways to get from Barking to Covent Garden by subway, bus, ferry, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Embankment stationsubway District / ...
33 min
£8–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barking Town Centre to Savoy Streetbus N15
53 min
£1–60
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Barking Riverside Pier to Embankment Pierferry Rb1 / ...
1h 14m
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Ilford to Londonrideshare 12.2 mi
38 min
£1
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Covent Gardentaxi 10.7 mi
25 min
£80–100
Drive 10.7 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Covent Gardencar 10.7 mi
25 min
£3–4

Barking to Covent Garden by subway

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Barking, England and Covent Garden, Greater London, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Barking station to Embankment station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £8–35 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Barking Town Centre to Savoy Street hourly. Tickets cost £1–60 and the journey takes 53 min. Stagecoach London also services this route hourly.

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