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

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Croydon is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barking to Croydon is to taxi which takes 38 min and costs £95 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Barking station to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Beckton Bus Station and arriving at Hogarth Crescent via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Barking station to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Barking station and arriving at East Croydon via London Blackfriars. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Barking to Croydon?

The distance between Barking and Croydon is 20 miles. The road distance is 17.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barking to Croydon without a car is to subway and train which takes 53 min and costs £8 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Barking to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Croydon bus from?

Barking to Croydon bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Beckton Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Croydon train from?

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

Where does the Barking to Croydon bus arrive?

Barking to Croydon bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Where does the Barking to Croydon train arrive?

Barking to Croydon train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Blackfriars station.

Can I drive from Barking to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Croydon is 17 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Barking to Croydon.

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

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Barking to Croydon - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 129 bus

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

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

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Blackfriars stationDistrict / ...
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to East CroydonCambridge - Brighton / ...
53 min
£8–13
Line 129 bus, line 75 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beckton Bus Station to Lewisham Station129
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Hogarth Crescent75
2h 1m
£5–70
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Croydon17.2 mi
38 min
£95–120
Drive 17.2 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Croydon17.2 mi
38 min
£5–6
Subway, tram
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Wimbledon stationDistrict
2. Take the tram from Wimbledon Tram Stop to West Croydon Tram StopTram
1h 36m
£6–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barking Town Centre to Aldwych / Drury LaneN15
2. Take the bus from Aldwych / Drury Lane to Hogarth CrescentN68
2h 6m
£5–58

Barking to Croydon by subway and train

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Distance: 20 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a bus from Beckton Bus Station to Hogarth Crescent via Lewisham Station in around 2h 1m.

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