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It takes an average of 2h 49m to travel from Southampton Central to Barking by train, over a distance of around 78 miles (126 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Southampton Central to Barking and tickets for this journey start from £27.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:15 | |
| Departure station | Southampton Central | |
| Arrival station | Barking | |
| Journey time | From 2h 17m | |
| Distance | 78 miles (126 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £27.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London Overground, South Western Railway, c2c |
Travelling from Southampton Central to Barking by train
Looking to travel from Southampton Central to Barking by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 49 minutes to travel from Southampton Central to Barking by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 17 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 78 miles (126 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 Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or c2c to get to Barking. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Southampton Central 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, as advance tickets start from £27.60.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Barking?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.