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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Barking to Southwark is to train and subway which takes 20 min and costs £7 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Southwark?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Beckton Bus Station station and arriving at Bank Station / Cornhill station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Barking and Southwark?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Barking Riverside Pier and arriving at Bankside Pier. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Southwark?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barking station station and arriving at Blackfriars station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Barking to Southwark?

The distance between Barking and Southwark is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barking to Southwark without a car is to train and subway which takes 20 min and costs £7 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 20 min to get from Barking to Southwark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Southwark bus from?

Barking to Southwark bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Beckton Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Southwark train from?

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

Where does the Barking to Southwark bus arrive?

Barking to Southwark bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Bank Station / Cornhill.

Where does the Barking to Southwark train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barking to Southwark?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Southwark is 10 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Barking to Southwark.

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

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Where can I stay near Southwark?

There are 21603+ hotels available in Southwark.

Can I share a ride from Barking to Southwark?

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

Barking to Southwark - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Barking to Southwark by train, subway, bus, ferry, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Barking to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the subway from West Ham station to Southwark stationsubway Jubilee
20 min
£7–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beckton Bus Station to Bank Station / Cornhillbus N551
43 min
£1–50
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Barking Riverside Pier to Bankside Pierferry Rb6 / ...
1h 2m
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Ilford to Londonrideshare 12.2 mi
38 min
£1
Subway
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Blackfriars stationsubway District / ...
29 min
£7–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Southwarktaxi 10.4 mi
24 min
£45–55
Drive 10.4 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Southwarkcar 10.4 mi
24 min
£3–4

Barking to Southwark by train and subway

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Distance: 10.9 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

Stagecoach London operates a bus from Beckton Bus Station to Bank Station / Cornhill hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 43 min. Go Ahead London also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Barking Riverside Pier to Bankside Pier every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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