What is the cheapest way to get from Brixton to Barking?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Brixton to Barking?

The fastest way to get from Brixton to Barking is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Brixton and Barking?

No, there is no direct bus from Brixton to Barking. However, there are services departing from King's College Hospital and arriving at North Street via Tower of London / Tower Hill Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct ferry between Brixton and Barking?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from London Bridge City Pier and arriving at Barking Riverside Pier. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Brixton and Barking?

No, there is no direct train from Brixton to Barking station. However, there are services departing from Loughborough Junction and arriving at Barking station via Blackfriars station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Brixton to Barking?

The distance between Brixton and Barking is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.6 miles.

How do I travel from Brixton to Barking without a car?

The best way to get from Brixton to Barking without a car is to train and subway which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Brixton to Barking?

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Brixton to Barking, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brixton to Barking bus from?

Brixton to Barking bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from King's College Hospital station.

Where do I catch the Brixton to Barking train from?

Brixton to Barking train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Loughborough Junction station.

Where does the Brixton to Barking bus arrive?

Brixton to Barking bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Tower Gateway Station DLR.

Where does the Brixton to Barking train arrive?

Brixton to Barking train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Blackfriars station.

Can I drive from Brixton to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Brixton to Barking is 12 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Brixton to Barking.

How do I get a train ticket from Brixton to Barking?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brixton to Barking?

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Where can I stay near Barking?

There are 19675+ hotels available in Barking.

Can I share a ride from Brixton to Barking?

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

Brixton to Barking - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, ferry

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There are 7 ways to get from Brixton to Barking by train, subway, ferry, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Loughborough Junction to London Blackfriarstrain Sutton / ...
2. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to Barking stationsubway District
40 min
£8–23
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Ilfordrideshare 12.2 mi
38 min
£1
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from London Bridge City Pier to Barking Riverside Pierferry Rb1 / ...
56 min
£12–18
Line 133 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Villa Road to Bank Station / King William Stbus 133
2. Take the subway from Cannon Street station to Barking stationsubway District
57 min
£7–21
Line 42 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from King's College Hospital to Tower Gateway Station DLRbus 42
2. Take the bus from Tower of London / Tower Hill Station to North Streetbus N15
1h 34m
£3–75
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brixton to Barkingtaxi 11.6 mi
29 min
£30–40
Drive 11.6 mi
1. Drive from Brixton to Barkingcar 11.6 mi
29 min
£3–5

Brixton to Barking by train and subway

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Brixton, England and Barking, England?

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from London Bridge City Pier to Barking Riverside Pier hourly. Tickets cost £12–18 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King's College Hospital to North Street via Tower Gateway Station DLR and Tower of London / Tower Hill Station in around 1h 34m.

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