- Must visit
Stanley Spencer Gallery
Museum and gallery in Stanley Spencer's former chapel, showing major works and local context. The essential cultural stop in Cookham.
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Overview: Train from Barking to Cookham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Barking to Cookham and enjoy the approximately 55 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 55 km |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Barking to Cookham trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Barking to Cookham.
The train distance from Barking to Cookham is 55 km.
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Things to do in Cookham
Discover the best of Cookham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cookham trip today.
- Recommended
Cliveden
Historic National Trust house with collections on village life and the Astor family. Interiors and gardens offer a rewarding visit nearby.
- Recommended
Stanley Spencer's House
Former home of Stanley Spencer in Cookham Dean. Visits are by guided tour, offering insight into the artist's domestic life and work.
- Must visit
Thames Path
Attractive Thames-side path with meadows, boats, and broad river scenery. Ideal for a gentle walk linking Cookham to nearby viewpoints.
- Recommended
Cookham Moor
Open riverside common beside the Thames, popular for picnics, boating views, and village events. A classic place to experience Cookham.
- Recommended
Cookham High Street
Village high street area with historic buildings, independent shops, and access to several Spencer-linked sights. Best for a relaxed stroll.
Sunday Roast
A classic Berkshire roast made with local beef, roast potatoes, seasonal veg, gravy and Yorkshire pudding; a staple Sunday meal in village pubs.
Toad in the Hole
A traditional English pudding of sausages baked in batter, common in Berkshire pubs and homes, usually served with onion gravy and veg.
Steak and Ale Pie
Slow-cooked beef stew with ale, onions and root vegetables, long associated with English pub cooking in Berkshire and the Thames Valley.
Bakery Cookham
Well-known local bakery and café for artisan breads, pastries, coffee and light lunches in a casual setting.
The Crown at Cookham
Smart country dining pub serving modern British dishes in a refined but welcoming setting near Cookham Dean.
Bel and the Dragon Cookham
Historic pub in the village centre offering British pub food, cask ales and a cosy, traditional interior.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for South East England. Pubs, cafés and local travel are manageable, but hotels and dining near Windsor or Maidenhead can raise overall visitor costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £34.90
- Day pass
- £34.90
To the city centre
London Paddington -> London Paddington, London
- Distance
- 0 km
- Travel time
- 0 min
- Cookham is served mainly by National Rail. Buy rail tickets before boarding; TfL contactless fares apply only where pay as you go is accepted, and bus travel is not included in GWR pay as you go.
- For London connections, TfL Go is the official journey-planning app. Check fares carefully because Cookham is outside the London zones and day caps differ from zonal caps.
FAQs: Barking to Cookham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking to Cookham by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cookham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Barking to Cookham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Barking to Cookham.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barking and Cookham
Most Barking to Cookham trains use the Barking to Cookham station pair. Use this guide to compare Barking and Cookham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Barking
Arrival train stations in Cookham
Which Barking station do trains to Cookham leave from?
Trains from Barking to Cookham leave from Barking. The station is 1 km from Barking city centre at Barking station, Station Parade, Barking, Greater London, IG11 8TU.
BarkingBarking station, Station Parade, Barking, Greater London, IG11 8TU+44 2082707100
City-centre transport
Getting to Barking from Barking city centre
Bus368, El1, El3, El2 · 4m · £4 · every ~92 min
Barking train station facilities and services
Barking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Barking. ATMs are available at Barking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barking. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barking: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Cookham station do trains from Barking arrive at?
Trains from Barking to Cookham arrive at Cookham. Cookham is 1 km from Cookham city centre.
CookhamCookham station, Station Hill, Cookham, Berkshire, SL6 9BP+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Cookham from Cookham city centre
Bus20 · 3m · £4 · every ~3 min
Cookham train station facilities and services
Cookham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Spice Merchant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cookham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cookham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cookham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cookham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cookham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station step free access available to platform and ticket office. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Barking to Cookham
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The train station in Barking that goes to Cookham is Barking, and it arrives at Cookham.
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