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

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Barking is to train which costs £1 - £2 and takes 5 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Barking is to train which takes 5 min and costs £1 - £2.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Barking?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Romford Road Forest Gate and arriving at Quay Road. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Barking?

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

How far is it from Forest Gate to Barking?

The distance between Forest Gate and Barking is 2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Barking without a car is to train which takes 5 min and costs £1 - £2.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Barking?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Barking is to train which takes 5 min and costs £1 - £2. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £20 and takes 25 min.

Where does the Forest Gate to Barking bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forest Gate to Barking train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Barking?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forest Gate to Barking 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 Forest Gate to IlfordElizabeth / ...
5 min
£1–2
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to IlfordElizabeth / ...
2. Take the bus from Ilford Station to Barking Town CentreSl2
23 min
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Barking4 mi
12 min
£12–15
Walk
1. Take the foot from Forest Gate to Barking3.7 mi
1h 12m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Romford Road Forest Gate to Quay Road325
25 min
£1–20

Forest Gate to Barking by train

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Distance: 2.1 mi
Duration: 5 min

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

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Forest Gate to Ilford every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–2 and the journey takes 5 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Romford Road Forest Gate to Quay Road every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–20 and the journey takes 25 min. Replacement Service also services this route 3 times a day.

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