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Trip Summary
You can pick from 12 daily train trips between Southend-on-Sea and Barking. The average train journey from Southend-on-Sea to Barking takes 44 minutes, but some c2c train trips are as short as 33 minutes.
| Distance | 27 mi (44 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 33m |
| Lowest price | $20.21 |
| Trains per day | 36 |
| Most frequent service | c2c |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Southend-on-Sea to Barking?
c2c is the one and only train line which connects Southend-on-Sea to Barking. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| c2c | 12 | 0h 45m | $20.44 |
The UK-based c2c is a railway company that provides commuter rail services mainly within the London commuter belt, linking several towns and cities. The company operates several routes with journey times ranging from 40-80 minutes, and passengers can enjoy free WiFi access and onboard restrooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Southend-on-Sea to Barking are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Southend-on-Sea at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. 36 of these are direct connections to Barking. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Barking to Southend-on-Sea.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Southend-on-Sea?
Main departure station: Westcliff
Southend-on-Sea has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Barking.
All train stations in Southend-on-Sea:
Westcliff
Leigh-On-Sea
Chalkwell Train Station
Where is the train station in Barking?
Main arrival station: Barking Station
Barking has one train station.
Train stations in Barking:
Barking Station
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