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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Barking is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Barking is to train which takes 52 min and costs £23 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Barking?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Barking. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at North Street via Coach Station and Stratford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Barking?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Barking. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Barking via Stratford station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Barking?

The distance between Colchester and Barking is 52 miles. The road distance is 48.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Barking without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £23 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Colchester to Barking, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Barking bus from?

Colchester to Barking bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Barking train from?

Colchester to Barking train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Barking?

The best way to get from Colchester to Barking is to train which takes 52 min and costs £23 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 238 bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Colchester to Barking bus arrive?

Colchester to Barking bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Barking train arrive?

Colchester to Barking train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Barking is 49 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Colchester to Barking.

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

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Where can I stay near Barking?

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Colchester to Barking - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 238 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Barking by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
52 min
£23–80
Drive 48.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Barking48.6 mi
59 min
£12–18
Bus, line 238 bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus StationA9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Stratford Bus Station to North Street238
2h 30m
£25–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Barking48.6 mi
59 min
£110–140
Bus, line 300 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Station371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
3h 10m

Colchester to Barking by train and subway

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52 minAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.2 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Stratford (London) every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £14–70 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to North Street via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Stratford Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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