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

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Eltham is to line 161 bus which costs £3 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barking to Eltham is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Eltham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Woolwich Arsenal Station station and arriving at Eltham Church / Court Yard. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Eltham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plumstead and arriving at Eltham. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Barking to Eltham?

The distance between Barking and Eltham is 3 miles. The road distance is 10.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barking to Eltham without a car is to line 161 bus which takes 20 min and costs £3.

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

The line 161 bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station to Eltham Church / Court Yard takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Barking to Eltham bus from?

Barking to Eltham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Woolwich Arsenal Station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Eltham train from?

Barking to Eltham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Plumstead station.

Train or bus from Barking to Eltham?

The best way to get from Barking to Eltham is to line 161 bus which takes 20 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 32 min.

Where does the Barking to Eltham bus arrive?

Barking to Eltham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Eltham Church / Court Yard station.

Where does the Barking to Eltham train arrive?

Barking to Eltham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Eltham station.

Can I drive from Barking to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Eltham is 11 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Barking to Eltham.

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

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Where can I stay near Eltham?

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Barking to Eltham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 161 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barking to Eltham by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 161 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station to Eltham Church / Court Yard161
20 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Plumstead to ElthamLondon Cannon Street - London Cannon Street
32 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Eltham10.6 mi
18 min
£28–35
Drive 10.6 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Eltham10.6 mi
18 min
£3–4

Barking to Eltham by bus

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Distance: 3.4 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

Stagecoach London operates a bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station to Eltham Church / Court Yard every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from Plumstead to Eltham every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 32 min.

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