What is the cheapest way to get from Barking to Forest Gate?

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Forest Gate is to train which costs £4 - £5 and takes 5 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barking to Forest Gate?

The fastest way to get from Barking to Forest Gate is to train which takes 5 min and costs £4 - £5.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Forest Gate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Burges Road and arriving at Green Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Forest Gate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ilford and arriving at Forest Gate. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Barking to Forest Gate?

The distance between Barking and Forest Gate is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Barking to Forest Gate without a car?

The best way to get from Barking to Forest Gate without a car is to train which takes 5 min and costs £4 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Barking to Forest Gate?

The train from Ilford to Forest Gate takes 5 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Barking to Forest Gate bus from?

Barking to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Burges Road station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Forest Gate train from?

Barking to Forest Gate train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.

Train or bus from Barking to Forest Gate?

The best way to get from Barking to Forest Gate is to train which takes 5 min and costs £4 - £5. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £14 and takes 20 min.

Where does the Barking to Forest Gate bus arrive?

Barking to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Green Street station.

Where does the Barking to Forest Gate train arrive?

Barking to Forest Gate train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Forest Gate station.

How do I get a train ticket from Barking to Forest Gate?

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Where can I stay near Forest Gate?

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Barking to Forest Gate - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and foot

There are 5 ways to get from Barking to Forest Gate by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilford to Forest GateElizabeth / ...
5 min
£4–5
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Burges Road to Green Street325
20 min
£1–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Forest Gate4.1 mi
13 min
£12–16
Walk
1. Take the foot from Barking to Forest Gate3.7 mi
1h 12m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Westbury Road to Ilford Sainsbury'sEl1
2. Take the train from Ilford to Forest GateElizabeth / ...
24 min
£6–15

Barking to Forest Gate by train

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Distance: 2.1 mi
Duration: 5 min

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

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Ilford to Forest Gate every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 5 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Burges Road to Green Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–14 and the journey takes 20 min. Replacement Service also services this route twice daily.

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