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Eastbury Manor House
National Trust Tudor house with period rooms and displays. A standout heritage attraction revealing Barking's early modern history.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Barking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Barking will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Barking without transferring at least 2 times.
L37561+
Tube from London Marylebone to London Fenchurch Street+
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Tube from London Euston to London Fenchurch Street+
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Tube from London Euston to London Fenchurch Street+
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Tube from London Euston to London Fenchurch Street+
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Trains from Birmingham to Barking run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 2m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Birmingham to Barking.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Barking trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L37406+ Tube from London Marylebone to London Fenchurch Street+ Y64230 | On time 8:15 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h33 | 11:48 AM Barking station (BKG) | 2 transfers | |
W34115+ Tube from London Euston to London Fenchurch Street+ Y64270 | On time 8:17 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h38 | 10:55 AM Barking station (BKG) | 2 transfers | |
L37711+ Tube from London Marylebone to London Fenchurch Street+ Y64100 | On time 8:45 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h18 | 12:03 PM Barking station (BKG) | 2 transfers | |
W33891+ Tube from London Euston to London Fenchurch Street+ Y64229 | On time 8:47 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 11:18 AM Barking station (BKG) | 2 transfers | |
L37561+ Y64233+ Tube from London Marylebone to London Fenchurch Street | 9:15 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h33 | 12:48 PM Barking station (BKG) | 2 transfers | |
W34207+ Tube from London Euston to London Fenchurch Street+ Y64230 | On time 9:17 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 11:48 AM Barking station (BKG) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Birmingham to Barking with Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, and West Midlands Trains. High-speed trains available on this route with Avanti West Coast. Regional trains available on this route with Chiltern Railways and West Midlands Trains. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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National Trust Tudor house with period rooms and displays. A standout heritage attraction revealing Barking's early modern history.
Contemporary arts venue hosting exhibitions, film, and performance. A key cultural stop for current creative work in Barking town centre.
Small local heritage display area beside Barking Abbey ruins. Useful for context on the abbey, town origins, and archaeology.
Central public square framed by civic buildings, markets, and events. A practical starting point for exploring Barking town centre.
Large Victorian park with boating lake, gardens, sports areas, and open lawns. A favorite local green space for a relaxed walk.
Historic green around the abbey ruins and church. Ideal for combining heritage sightseeing with a short peaceful walk in the centre.
Pie, mash and parsley liquor is a classic East London working-class meal long linked with nearby markets and river communities.
Jellied eels are a historic Thames estuary speciality, served cold in savory stock and strongly associated with East London food culture.
London-style fish and chips remains a local staple, especially near East London high streets, prized for crisp batter and hearty portions.
Established East London pie and mash shop known for traditional plates and no-frills local atmosphere.
Reliable local Turkish grill serving kebabs, breads and meze in a casual, busy setting popular with residents.
Modern pub by the river and town hall area, known for British classics, roasts and a relaxed contemporary setting.
More affordable than central London, but lodging, dining, and rail fares are still higher than many UK towns.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafes: no tip expected, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Barking 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 Barking, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Barking trains use the Birmingham New Street to Barking station pair, with some services arriving at Barking Riverside. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Barking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Hamstead is 5 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamstead has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Hamstead.
Ticket office support is available at Hamstead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Hamstead: Parking.
Available at Hamstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamstead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Barking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Barking.
Wi-Fi is available at Barking. ATMs are available at Barking.
Ticket office support is available at Barking. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barking: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking: 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.
Barking Riverside is 2 km from Barking city centre. Public transport options include:
Barking Riverside has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Barking Riverside.
ATMs are available at Barking Riverside.
Available at Barking Riverside: Taxis.
Available at Barking Riverside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking Riverside.
Check train stations information for Birmingham and Barking, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.