Day trip from Barking to Croydon
Croydon lies 21 km (13 mi) south-west of Barking, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 21 km (13 mi) apart, Croydon is a realistic day trip from Barking: about 20 min each way by road.
| Barking | Croydon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 218,534 | 173,314 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 54 m (177 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | IG11–IP6 | CR0–SG8 |
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Staying in Croydon
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Common questions
How far is Croydon from Barking?
21 km (13 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Barking; by road roughly 26 km (16 mi).
How long does it take to get from Barking to Croydon by road?
About 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Barking and Croydon?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.