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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€9
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€9
Fastest journey on Sep 18
14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
16 m
Trains on Sep 18
4
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Barking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Barking will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 trains from London to Barking, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Barking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 27m faster (15m by train vs 42m by car) and roughly €9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€9 vs €18). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with c2c, Dockland Light Railway (DLR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Barking trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
F45450 | On time 6:04 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0h14 | 6:18 AM Barking station (BKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F45412 | On time 6:08 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0h15 | 6:23 AM Barking station (BKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F45271 | On time 6:16 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0h16 | 6:32 AM Barking station (BKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F45489 | On time 6:26 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0h14 | 6:40 AM Barking station (BKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F45410 | On time 6:33 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0h16 | 6:49 AM Barking station (BKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F45269 | On time 6:37 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0h15 | 6:52 AM Barking station (BKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from London to Barking run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Barking — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barking trip today.
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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Barking Station -> Liverpool Street Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Barking trains use the London Fenchurch Street to Barking station pair, with some services arriving at Barking Riverside. Use this guide to compare London and Barking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Fenchurch Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Fenchurch Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Fenchurch Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Fenchurch Street. ATMs are available at London Fenchurch Street.
Ticket office support is available at London Fenchurch Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Fenchurch Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Fenchurch Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Fenchurch Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: The main entrance is the only entrance that has step free access. There is a lift to take you from the entrance to the station concourse and platform levels. Please note there is no step free access from the Coopers Road entrance to the station, Accessible public telephones: Located on main concourse, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank outside the main station entrance on Fenchurch Street, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs are always available from Main station reception or from any member of station staff, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
West Ham is 9 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
West Ham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at West Ham.
Wi-Fi is available at West Ham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Ham: Parking.
Available at West Ham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Ham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access via lifts to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, 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.
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