What is the cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Barking?

The cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Barking is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Croydon to Barking?

The fastest way to get from South Croydon to Barking is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between South Croydon and Barking?

No, there is no direct bus from South Croydon to Barking. However, there are services departing from Swan & Sugar Loaf and arriving at North Street via Aldwych. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between South Croydon and Barking?

No, there is no direct train from South Croydon to Barking. However, there are services departing from South Croydon and arriving at Barking via London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from South Croydon to Barking?

The distance between South Croydon and Barking is 20 miles. The road distance is 18.8 miles.

How do I travel from South Croydon to Barking without a car?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Barking without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from South Croydon to Barking?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from South Croydon to Barking, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Croydon to Barking bus from?

South Croydon to Barking bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, depart from Swan & Sugar Loaf station.

Where do I catch the South Croydon to Barking train from?

South Croydon to Barking train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from South Croydon station.

Train or bus from South Croydon to Barking?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Barking is to train which takes 55 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus via Aldwych, which costs £2 - £70 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the South Croydon to Barking bus arrive?

South Croydon to Barking bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, arrive at Aldwych / Kingsway station.

Where does the South Croydon to Barking train arrive?

South Croydon to Barking train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from South Croydon to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between South Croydon to Barking is 19 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from South Croydon to Barking.

How do I get a train ticket from South Croydon to Barking?

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Where can I stay near Barking?

There are 19502+ hotels available in Barking.

South Croydon to Barking - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from South Croydon to Barking by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from South Croydon to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Barkingtrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
55 min
£7–13
Bus via Aldwych
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swan & Sugar Loaf to Aldwych / Kingswaybus N68
2. Take the bus from Aldwych to North Streetbus N15
2h 6m
£3–67
Drive 18.7 mi
1. Drive from South Croydon to Barkingcar 18.7 mi
40 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Croydon to Barkingtaxi 18.7 mi
40 min
£85–110
Train, subway
1. Take the train from South Croydon to London Blackfriarstrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to Barking stationsubway District
57 min
£12
Bus
1. Take the bus from St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre to Bromley North Stationbus Sl5
2. Take the bus from Bromley North Station to Thamesmead Town Centrebus Sl3
2h 7m
£34–45

South Croydon to Barking by train and foot

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Distance: 19.6 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between South Croydon, England and Barking, England?

You can take a train from South Croydon to Barking via London Bridge and London Fenchurch Street in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swan & Sugar Loaf to North Street via Aldwych / Kingsway and Aldwych in around 2h 6m.

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