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

The cheapest way to get from Swanley to Barking is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanley to Barking is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swanley and Barking?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanley to Barking station. However, there are services departing from Bartholomew Way Asda and arriving at Woolwich Arsenal Station via Eltham Station / Sherard Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Swanley and Barking?

No, there is no direct train from Swanley to Barking. However, there are services departing from Swanley and arriving at Barking via London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Swanley to Barking?

The distance between Swanley and Barking is 23 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanley to Barking without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £15 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Swanley to Barking, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanley to Barking bus from?

Swanley to Barking bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Bartholomew Way Asda station.

Where do I catch the Swanley to Barking train from?

Swanley to Barking train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Swanley station.

Train or bus from Swanley to Barking?

The best way to get from Swanley to Barking is to train which takes 55 min and costs £15 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 233 bus and line 161 bus, which costs £4 - £50 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Swanley to Barking bus arrive?

Swanley to Barking bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Eltham Bus Station.

Where does the Swanley to Barking train arrive?

Swanley to Barking train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Swanley to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanley to Barking is 19 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Swanley to Barking.

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

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Where can I stay near Barking?

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Swanley to Barking - 5 ways to travel via train, line 233 bus, and line 161 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swanley to London BridgeMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to BarkingLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
55 min
£15–29
Line 233 bus, line 161 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bartholomew Way Asda to Eltham Bus Station233
2. Take the bus from Eltham Station / Sherard Road to Woolwich Arsenal Station161
1h 6m
£5–49
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swanley to Barking18.5 mi
23 min
£45–60
Drive 18.5 mi
1. Drive from Swanley to Barking18.5 mi
23 min
£5–7
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Swanley to London BlackfriarsSevenoaks - London Blackfriars / ...
2. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to Barking stationDistrict
1h 18m
£6–25

Swanley to Barking by train and foot

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55 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 22.7 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Swanley, Kent, England and Barking, England?

You can take a train from Swanley to Barking via London Bridge and London Fenchurch Street in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bartholomew Way Asda to Woolwich Arsenal Station via Eltham Bus Station and Eltham Station / Sherard Road in around 1h 6m.

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