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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Barking is to bus and line 300 bus which costs £9 - £19 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Barking is to train which takes 54 min and costs £25 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Barking?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Barking station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Stratford City Bus Station via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Barking?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Barking. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Barking via Stratford DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Barking?

The distance between Colchester and Barking is 52 miles. The road distance is 48.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Barking without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £25 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Colchester to Barking, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Barking bus from?

Colchester to Barking bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Barking train from?

Colchester to Barking train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Barking?

The best way to get from Colchester to Barking is to train which takes 54 min and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Colchester to Barking bus arrive?

Colchester to Barking bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Barking train arrive?

Colchester to Barking train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Barking is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Colchester to Barking.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Barking?

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There are 6 ways to get from Colchester to Barking by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
54 min
£25–48
Bus, line 300 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
3h 12m
£10–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
2h 3m
£13–39
Drive 48.6 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Barkingcar 48.6 mi
1h
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Barkingtaxi 48.6 mi
1h
£110–140
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Goodmayestrain
3. Take the bus from Goodmayes Station to King Edwards Roadbus El3
1h 23m
£23–60

Colchester to Barking by train

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Distance: 52 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Stratford (London) every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Barking via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Stratford station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 2h 3m.

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