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

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Chelsea is to rideshare which costs £1 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barking to Chelsea is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Chelsea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barking Town Centre and arriving at Regent Street / St James's. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Chelsea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barking station station and arriving at South Kensington station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Barking to Chelsea?

The distance between Barking and Chelsea is 12 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barking to Chelsea without a car is to subway which takes 42 min and costs £2 - £5.

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

The subway from Barking station to South Kensington station takes 42 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Barking to Chelsea bus from?

Barking to Chelsea bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Barking Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Chelsea train from?

Barking to Chelsea train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Barking station.

Where does the Barking to Chelsea bus arrive?

Barking to Chelsea bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Regent Street / St James's station.

Where does the Barking to Chelsea train arrive?

Barking to Chelsea train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at South Kensington station.

Can I drive from Barking to Chelsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Chelsea is 13 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Barking to Chelsea.

Where can I stay near Chelsea?

There are 20795+ hotels available in Chelsea.

Can I share a ride from Barking to Chelsea?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Barking and Chelsea. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Barking to Chelsea - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, rideshare, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Barking to Chelsea by subway, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Barking station to South Kensington stationDistrict / ...
42 min
£2–5
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barking Town Centre to Regent Street / St James'sN15
58 min
£1–60
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Ilford to London12.2 mi
38 min
£1
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Chelsea13.4 mi
34 min
£35–45
Drive 13.4 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Chelsea13.4 mi
34 min
£4–5

Barking to Chelsea by subway

2596Weekly Subways

42 minAverage Duration

£2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.1 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Barking, England and Chelsea, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Barking station to South Kensington station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Barking Town Centre to Regent Street / St James's hourly. Tickets cost £1–60 and the journey takes 58 min.

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