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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Barking is to drive which costs £7 - £10 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Barking is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £10.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Barking?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Plumstead. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Gillingham to Barking?

The distance between Gillingham and Barking is 48 miles. The road distance is 29 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Barking without a car is to bus which takes 43 min and costs £5 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Gillingham to Barking, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Barking train from?

Gillingham to Barking train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham to Barking?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Barking is to bus which takes 43 min and costs £5 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £27 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Gillingham to Barking train arrive?

Gillingham to Barking train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Plumstead station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Barking is 29 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Gillingham to Barking.

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

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Where can I stay near Barking?

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Gillingham to Barking - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chatham to Upminsterbus Michalovce
43 min
£6–18
Train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Plumsteadtrain Rainham / ...
54 min
£14–27
Drive 28.8 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham to Barkingcar 28.8 mi
36 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham to Barkingtaxi 28.8 mi
36 min
£70–85
Train via Stratford International DLR Station
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
56 min
£19–42

Gillingham to Barking by train

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Distance: 47.9 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

Eurobus SK operates a bus from Chatham to Upminster 4 times a week. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Thameslink operates a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Plumstead hourly. Tickets cost £14–17 and the journey takes 54 min. Southeastern also services this route 6 times a week.

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