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Valence House Museum
Local history museum in Eastbury Manor House exploring Barking and Dagenham through objects, exhibitions and community stories.
Take a bus from Nottingham to Barking and enjoy the approximately 179 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 22:30.
Distance 179 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
First bus 2:25 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Barking — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barking trip today.
Local history museum in Eastbury Manor House exploring Barking and Dagenham through objects, exhibitions and community stories.
Elizabethan manor house with period rooms and displays on local history, giving a rare glimpse of Barking's earlier life.
A contemporary arts venue in Barking town centre presenting exhibitions, performances and creative events in a modern setting.
A lively town-centre market area with shops, everyday local character and easy access to Barking's historic sites.
Green riverside park with abbey remains, open lawns and paths, ideal for a gentle walk near the town centre.
A modern riverside neighbourhood with wide paths, public art and Thames views, popular for walking and new city-edge scenery.
Pie and mash is an East London classic of minced beef pie with mashed potato, often served with parsley liquor. It is a long-standing working-class favourite nearby.
Jellied eels are a traditional Thames estuary dish made by boiling chopped eels so the stock sets into jelly. They are strongly tied to old East London food culture.
London-style fish and chips pairs battered white fish with chips, usually with mushy peas or curry sauce. It remains one of the area’s most familiar takeaway meals.
Popular casual spot known for Turkish charcoal grill dishes, kebabs and mezze in a lively modern setting.
Reliable local restaurant serving Indian and Bangladeshi curries, tandoori dishes and takeaway favourites in a simple setting.
Large pub by the River Roding serving pints, burgers and classic British pub meals with waterside views and a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for outer London. Meals and coffee are fairly priced, but accommodation and rail fares can still be high compared with many UK towns.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Cafe tipping is optional, such as spare change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Barking by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barking, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nottingham to Barking buses use the Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Barking bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nottingham, University of Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham.
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Bike Parking.
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