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 £2 and takes 25 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 John Wilson Street / Powis Street and arriving at Eltham Church / Court Yard. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Barking to Eltham?

The distance between Barking and Eltham is 4 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 25 min and costs £2.

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

The line 161 bus from John Wilson Street / Powis Street to Eltham Church / Court Yard takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Barking to Eltham bus from?

Barking to Eltham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from John Wilson Street / Powis Street station.

Where does the Barking to Eltham bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Eltham?

There are 19274+ hotels available in Eltham.

Barking to Eltham - 3 ways to travel via line 161 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Barking to Eltham by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 161 bus
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1. Take the bus from John Wilson Street / Powis Street to Eltham Church / Court Yardbus 161
25 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Elthamtaxi 10.6 mi
18 min
£28–35
Drive 10.6 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Elthamcar 10.6 mi
18 min
£3–4

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Distance: 3.9 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Stagecoach London operates a bus from John Wilson Street / Powis Street to Eltham Church / Court Yard every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 25 min.

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