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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chatham to Barking
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chatham to Barking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chatham to Barking will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chatham for Barking every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:101h38Chatham11:48Barking£131One-way0 changes
9:581h10Chatham11:08Barking£351One-way0 changes
- 9:581h10Chatham11:08Barking£351One-way0 changes
- 10:101h38Chatham11:48Barking£131One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chatham to Barking
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chatham to Barking run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 22:28 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Chatham to Barking trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Chatham and Barking from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chatham to Barking train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chatham to Barking 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 Barking, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chatham and Barking
Most Chatham to Barking trains use the Chatham to Barking station pair, with some services arriving at Barking Riverside. Use this guide to compare Chatham and Barking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chatham station do trains to Barking leave from?
Getting to Chatham from Chatham city centre
Chatham train station facilities and services
Chatham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chatham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chatham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chatham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chatham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chatham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chatham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services to London via ramp to car park. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via ramp from Railway Street. Step free interchange via road and steep paths is in excess of 250 metres. Step access between platforms available via the booking hall, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: In the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Barking station do trains from Chatham arrive at?
Getting to Barking from Barking city centre
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.
Getting to Barking Riverside from Barking city centre
Barking Riverside is 2 km from Barking city centre. Public transport options include:
Barking Riverside train station facilities and services
Barking Riverside has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barking Riverside.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Barking Riverside.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barking Riverside: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Barking Riverside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking Riverside.
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