Peterborough to Barking train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Barking

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Cheapest price

£92

Average price

£92

Fastest journey

2 h 23 m

Average duration

2 h 37 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

118 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Barking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Peterborough to Barking will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Peterborough 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 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.

Thameslink
02:232h51
Peterborough
05:14Barking
£921One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
03:192h23
Peterborough
05:42Barking
£931One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Peterborough to Barking

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Barking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £24.

Distance: 118 km

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Coach

£67

Average Price

£42

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 2m

Average total duration

5h 32m

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Live departures

Peterborough to Barking train times

The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Barking trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:54
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
london_north_eastern_railway05:40 Peterborough
2h00
07:40 Barking0 changesdirect
Wednesday 3 December
thameslink02:23 Peterborough
2h51
05:14 Barking0 changesdirect
thameslink03:19 Peterborough
2h23
05:42 Barking0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Peterborough to Barking

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Trains from Peterborough to Barking run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 2h 0m.

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
118 km
Average train duration
1h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 0m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:49
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

Train companies: Thameslink from Peterborough to Barking trainsThameslink trains will get you between Peterborough and Barking from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£42
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Peterborough to Barking train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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.

FAQs
To explore Barking, spending 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient to visit its main attractions and enjoy local experiences.
The train journey from Peterborough to Barking is primarily urban and suburban, passing through towns and countryside in the East of England, but it is not particularly renowned for its scenic views compared to more rural routes.
The cost of a train ticket from Peterborough to Barking can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £67.
The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Barking is by train, costing approximately £24.
The train distance from Peterborough to Barking is 118 km.
The last train from Peterborough to Barking departs at 23:49.
Booking trains from Peterborough to Barking in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Peterborough to Barking.
The train journey from Peterborough to Barking covers a distance of 118 km and takes approximately 2h 0m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Peterborough that goes to Barking is Peterborough station (PBO), and it arrives at Barking station (BKG).
The first train from Peterborough to Barking leaves at 0:02.
Trains from Peterborough to Barking run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Peterborough to Barking.
Yes, you can take the train from Peterborough to Barking.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Peterborough to Barking.
To get from Peterborough to Barking, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Yes, a day trip from Peterborough to Barking is feasible with a travel time of 2h 0m, a distance of 118 km, and a frequency of 4 trains per day.

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Important Stations and Airports in Peterborough and Barking

Peterborough
Barking
The major train station for departures in Peterborough is Peterborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Peterborough for your trip from Peterborough to Barking.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Spittle Bank
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Peterborough
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.

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