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

The cheapest way to get from Deptford to Barking is to line 53 bus which costs £2 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Deptford to Barking is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Deptford and Barking?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Deptford Bridge and arriving at Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Deptford and Barking?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Greenwich Pier and arriving at Barking Riverside Pier. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Deptford and Barking?

No, there is no direct train from Deptford station to Barking. However, there are services departing from Deptford Bridge DLR Station and arriving at Barking via Limehouse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Deptford to Barking?

The distance between Deptford and Barking is 5 miles. The road distance is 8.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Deptford to Barking without a car is to line 53 bus which takes 23 min and costs £2.

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

The line 53 bus from Deptford Bridge to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal takes 23 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Deptford to Barking bus from?

Deptford to Barking bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Deptford Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Deptford to Barking train from?

Deptford to Barking train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Deptford Bridge DLR Station.

Train or bus from Deptford to Barking?

The best way to get from Deptford to Barking is to line 53 bus which takes 23 min and costs £2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Deptford to Barking bus arrive?

Deptford to Barking bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal station.

Where does the Deptford to Barking train arrive?

Deptford to Barking train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Limehouse DLR Station.

Can I drive from Deptford to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Deptford to Barking is 9 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Deptford to Barking.

Where can I stay near Barking?

There are 20276+ hotels available in Barking.

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There are 5 ways to get from Deptford to Barking by bus, ferry, train, taxi, or car

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Line 53 bus
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1. Take the bus from Deptford Bridge to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenalbus 53 / ...
23 min
£2
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Greenwich Pier to Barking Riverside Pierferry Rb6 / ...
29 min
Train
1. Take the train from Deptford Bridge DLR Station to Limehouse DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Limehouse to Barkingtrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
34 min
£4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Deptford to Barkingtaxi 8.7 mi
17 min
£24–29
Drive 8.7 mi
1. Drive from Deptford to Barkingcar 8.7 mi
17 min
£3–4

Deptford to Barking by bus

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Distance: 4.5 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

Stagecoach London operates a bus from Deptford Bridge to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Greenwich Pier to Barking Riverside Pier every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 29 min.

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