Romford to Barking train with London Overground

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Elizabeth Line (TfL)
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2,000+ travel companies
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Compare train and coach for Romford to Barking

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romford to Barking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £4.

Distance: 8 km

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£4

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£9

Average Price

47m

Average total duration

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17m

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30m

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55m

Average total duration

25m

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30m

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Compare prices and tickets Romford to Barking by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Why should you book Romford to Barking trains with Omio?

London Overground as well as Elizabeth Line (TfL) offer trains services from Romford to Barking.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Romford to Barking.

Why book with Omio vs London Overground?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London Overground, but also compare tickets for the likes of Elizabeth Line (TfL) to find the best option for your trip from Romford to Barking.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare London Overground with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Romford to Barking.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Romford to Barking.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Romford to Barking

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Trains from Romford to Barking run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 10m.

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
8 km
Average train duration
17m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
10m
First train
0:11
Last train
23:49
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Best time to book
28 days
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: London Overground, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Romford to Barking trainsLondon Overground, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Romford and Barking from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

London Overground

About
London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
26m
Cheapest Price
£7
London Overground frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two large items of luggage and one small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Luggage racks available at the ends of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refunds subject to administrative fee and fare conditions
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at many stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Elizabeth Line (TfL)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10m
Cheapest Price
£4
Elizabeth Line (TfL) frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Romford to Barking train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford 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
The cost of a train ticket from Romford to Barking can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Romford to Barking covers a distance of 8 km and takes approximately 10m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Romford to Barking is 8 km.
The first train from Romford to Barking leaves at 0:11.
The last train from Romford to Barking departs at 23:49.
Trains from Romford to Barking run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Romford to Barking.
Yes, there is a direct train between Romford and Barking. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Elizabeth Line (TfL).
To get from Romford to Barking, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Romford to Barking.
The train station in Romford that goes to Barking is Harold Wood (HRO), and it arrives at Barking station (BKG).
The cheapest way to get from Romford to Barking is by train, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Romford to Barking in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The Romford to Barking train journey is primarily urban, passing through residential and industrial areas, and is not considered scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Romford to Barking is feasible. The journey takes 10m, with a distance of 8 km. There are 2 trains per day.
To explore Barking, spending 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient to visit its main attractions and enjoy local experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Romford to Barking.

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Important Stations and Airports in Romford and Barking

Most Romford to Barking trains use the Romford to Barking station pair. Use this guide to compare Romford and Barking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Romford
Arrival train stations in Barking

Which Romford station do trains to Barking leave from?

Trains from Romford to Barking leave from Romford. The station is from Romford city centre at Romford station, South Street, Romford, Greater London, RM1 1SX.
RomfordRomford station, South Street, Romford, Greater London, RM1 1SXWifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Romford from Romford city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement bus services will depart from: Atlanta Boulevard for both Westbound and Eastbound services Click here for map

Romford train station facilities and services

Romford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Romford.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Romford.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Romford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Romford: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Romford: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Romford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B2. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access can be gained from South Street side entrance via a steep ramp. The ramps leading from the subway to the platforms are fairly steep. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1,2,4 and 5, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall. The ticket machines are accessible via the stations main entrance. There is no step free access to the ticket machines via the stations side entrance ramp, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Gidea ParkGidea Park station, Station Road, Gidea Park, Greater London, RM2 6BXWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Gidea Park from Romford city centre

Gidea Park is 1 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Liverpool Street - Shenfield, Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield, Heathrow Terminal 4 - Shenfield, London Liverpool Street - Gidea Park, Hayes & Harlington - Shenfield · 3m · £0.89 · every ~21 min
Bus649, 650, 496 · 6m · £4 · every ~16 min

Gidea Park train station facilities and services

Gidea Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Gidea Park.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Gidea Park.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gidea Park. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gidea Park: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Gidea Park: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gidea Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B1. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Use the Crossways car park entrance. There is no step-free access from the Station Road main entrance. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall on Station Road and outside the car park entrance on Crossways, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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