What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Barking?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Barking?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Barking is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Barking?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Charing Cross and arriving at North Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Barking?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Embankment station station and arriving at Barking station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Barking?

The distance between Charing Cross and Barking is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.4 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Barking without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Barking without a car is to subway which takes 32 min and costs £2 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Barking?

The subway from Embankment station to Barking station takes 32 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Barking bus from?

Charing Cross to Barking bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Charing Cross station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Barking train from?

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

Where does the Charing Cross to Barking bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Barking bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at North Street station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Barking train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Barking is 10 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Charing Cross to Barking.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Barking?

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Where can I stay near Barking?

There are 18860+ hotels available in Barking.

Can I share a ride from Charing Cross to Barking?

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

Charing Cross to Barking - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Charing Cross to Barking by subway, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Charing Cross to Barking by bus

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Embankment station to Barking station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Charing Cross to North Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £1–70 and the journey takes 56 min. Stagecoach London also services this route hourly.

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