Carshalton to Barking by train
| First train | 11:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:52 | |
| Departure station | Carshalton | |
| Arrival station | Barking | |
| Journey time | From 1h 28m | |
| Distance | 16 miles (26 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Carshalton to Barking by train
Looking to travel from Carshalton to Barking by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 35 minutes to travel from Carshalton to Barking by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 28 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 16 miles (26 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Barking, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Thameslink or c2c to get to Barking – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Carshalton to Barking in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Carshalton to Barking
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Consider a Season Ticket
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