What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Barking?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Barking is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Barking?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Barking is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Barking?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Barking. However, there are services departing from Wilkes Road and arriving at North Street via Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Barking?

No, there is no direct train from Central London station to Barking station. However, there are services departing from Northfields station and arriving at Barking station via Earl's Court station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Central London to Barking?

The distance between Central London and Barking is 19 miles. The road distance is 19.2 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Barking without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Barking without a car is to subway via Earl's Court station which takes 1h 3m and costs £17 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Barking?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Central London to Barking, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Barking bus from?

Central London to Barking bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Wilkes Road station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Barking train from?

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

Where does the Central London to Barking bus arrive?

Central London to Barking bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Central London to Barking train arrive?

Central London to Barking train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Earl's Court station.

Can I drive from Central London to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Barking is 19 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Central London to Barking.

Where can I stay near Barking?

There are 20250+ hotels available in Barking.

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There are 5 ways to get from Central London to Barking by subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway via Earl's Court station
best
1. Take the subway from Northfields station to Earl's Court stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the subway from Earl's Court station to Barking stationsubway District / ...
1h 3m
£17–63
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wilkes Road to Charing Crossbus N9
2. Take the bus from Charing Cross to North Streetbus N15
2h
£3–67
Drive 19.1 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Barkingcar 19.1 mi
47 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to Barkingtaxi 19.1 mi
47 min
£90–110
Subway
1. Take the subway from Ealing Broadway station to Barking stationsubway District
1h 26m
£19–67

Central London to Barking by subway

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Distance: 19.1 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Barking, England?

You can take a subway from Northfields station to Barking station via Earl's Court station in around 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wilkes Road to North Street via Charing Cross in around 2h.

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