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Valence House Museum
Local history museum in Eastbury Manor House exploring Barking and Dagenham through objects, exhibitions and community stories.
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Trains from Erith to Barking run on average 4 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:53 |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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 Erith 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.

Most Erith to Barking trains use the Rainham (Essex) to Barking station pair. Use this guide to compare Erith and Barking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rainham (Essex) is 3 km from Erith city centre. Public transport options include:
Rainham (Essex) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Rainham (Essex).
Ticket office support is available at Rainham (Essex). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rainham (Essex): Parking, WC.
Available at Rainham (Essex): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rainham (Essex): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: If travelling towards London, please use the level crossing. You will need to show a valid ticket for travel, in order for the gate to be opened onto the platform, 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.
Erith has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Erith.
Ticket office support is available at Erith. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erith: Parking.
Available at Erith: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erith: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. 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 2 for services away from London. There is no step free access to Platform 1.Step access only to platform 1 for services to London via footbridge. No step free interchange between platforms. However 'circular' services do run from London Cannon Street , then back to London Cannon Street , from Platform 2 via Barnehurst, please check National Rail Enquiries for this journey availability and times, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Barking.
Wi-Fi is available at Barking. ATMs are available at Barking.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barking: Bike Parking.
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.
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