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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Barking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £86.
Distance: 148 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Leicester to Barking, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Barking:
A coach is £73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Barking costing on average £86.
Other travel options to Barking take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 55m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £29. The journey takes 2h 25m versus 2h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Barking from Leicester by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Leicester to Barking is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Barking are Oxford, Brighton, Cambridge, Canterbury and Windsor. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Barking on Omio.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
Brighton is a lively seaside city known for its pebble beach, Victorian pier and the Royal Pavilion. Its bohemian lanes, independent shops and strong arts scene give it a relaxed but energetic character.
Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.
Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, medieval streets and long role in English religious history. Its compact centre mixes historic buildings with a lively student atmosphere, independent shops and riverside walks.
Windsor is a historic Thames-side town known for Windsor Castle and its strong royal identity. Its compact centre, riverside setting and nearby parkland give it a refined but approachable character.
Travel to Barking easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to Barking.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Barking:
A coach is £73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Barking costing on average £86.
Other travel options to Barking take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 55m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leicester and Barking as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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