4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barking to Cambridge
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barking to Cambridge will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 3 trains that leave Barking for Cambridge on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train for Barking to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barking to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€42 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barking to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Barking to Cambridge trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:38 AM Barking | 2h18 | 6:56 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 4:08 AM Barking | 2h16 | 6:24 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:15 AM Barking | 2h09 | 6:24 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barking to Cambridge
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Trains from Barking to Cambridge run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 22:44 |
Train companies: Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia from Barking to Cambridge trainsGreat Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Barking and Cambridge from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barking to Cambridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking to Cambridge by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barking to Cambridge
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ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
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Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 23:00 Saturday 05:15 - 23:00 Sunday 06:45 - 10:45
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Jewellers, Florist and Dry Cleaners.
- Car Park: Vicarage Field Shopping Centre
- Taxi: Outside entrance on Station Parade
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Footbridge. The National key toilets are located on the Station Footbridge; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: On station footbridge. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside main entrance on Station Parade
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: London Overground Rail Replacement buses: Eastbound towards Barking (terminating) at bus stop H in Station Parade. Westbound towards Walthamstow Central use bus stop K in Station Parade. c2c Rail Replacement buses outside the front of the station near KFC.
- Metro: District Line - Platforms 2 & 6 Hammersmith & City Line - Platforms 3/6 London Overground - Platforms 1/7 & 8 Please check departure screens prior to making your way to the platform
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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