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Bedford to Barking Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bedford to Barking? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £8.20, with average prices for this route around £34.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Thu, Aug 28
    From £8.50
  • Fri, Aug 29
    From £8.20
  • Sat, Aug 30
    From £34.20
  • Sun, Aug 31
    From £34.20
  • Mon, Sep 1
    From £34.20
  • Tue, Sep 2
    From £34.20
  • Wed, Sep 3
    From £34.20
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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13:10
Bedford
14:48
Barking
1h 38m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwaySoutheasternc2c
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13:10
Bedford
14:55
Barking
1h 45m, Changes requiredEast Midlands Railwayc2c
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13:18
Bedford
15:08
Barking
1h 50m, Changes requiredThameslinkElizabeth lineLondon Overgroundc2c
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13:18
Bedford
15:11
Barking
1h 53m, Changes requiredThameslinkElizabeth linec2c
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13:40
Bedford
15:25
Barking
1h 45m, Changes requiredEast Midlands Railwayc2c
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13:48
Bedford
15:38
Paris
1h 50m, Changes requiredThameslinkElizabeth lineLondon Overgroundc2c
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Bedford to Barking Train Route Details

First train
First train
02:15
Last train
Last train
23:43
Departure station
Departure station
Bedford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Barking
Journey time
Journey time
1h 38m
Distance
Distance
77 km
Price
Price
£8.20*
Train operators
Train operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Bedford to Barking

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bedford to Barking can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bedford to Barking for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bedford to Barking, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bedford to Barking ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Bedford to Barking more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bedford to Barking train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.