What is the cheapest way to get from Carshalton to Forest Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Carshalton to Forest Hill is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carshalton to Forest Hill?

The fastest way to get from Carshalton to Forest Hill is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Carshalton and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Carshalton station to Forest Hill station. However, there are services departing from Carshalton Station and arriving at Forest Hill Station /London Rd via Norwood Junction Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Carshalton and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Carshalton to Forest Hill. However, there are services departing from Carshalton and arriving at Forest Hill via Balham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Carshalton to Forest Hill?

The distance between Carshalton and Forest Hill is 12 miles. The road distance is 9.5 miles.

How do I travel from Carshalton to Forest Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Carshalton to Forest Hill without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £6 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Carshalton to Forest Hill?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Carshalton to Forest Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carshalton to Forest Hill bus from?

Carshalton to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Carshalton Station.

Where do I catch the Carshalton to Forest Hill train from?

Carshalton to Forest Hill train services, operated by Southern, depart from Carshalton station.

Train or bus from Carshalton to Forest Hill?

The best way to get from Carshalton to Forest Hill is to train which takes 59 min and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 157 bus and line 197 bus, which costs £2 - £55 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Carshalton to Forest Hill bus arrive?

Carshalton to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at South Norwood Clock Tower station.

Where does the Carshalton to Forest Hill train arrive?

Carshalton to Forest Hill train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Balham station.

Can I drive from Carshalton to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Carshalton to Forest Hill is 9 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Carshalton to Forest Hill.

How do I get a train ticket from Carshalton to Forest Hill?

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Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

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Carshalton to Forest Hill - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 157 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Carshalton to Forest Hill by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carshalton to Balhamtrain Horsham - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Balham to Forest Hilltrain London Victoria - London Bridge
59 min
£6–13
Line 157 bus, line 197 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carshalton Station to South Norwood Clock Towerbus 157
2. Take the bus from Norwood Junction Station to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 197
1h 12m
£3–54
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carshalton to Forest Hilltaxi 9.4 mi
24 min
£22–27
Drive 9.4 mi
1. Drive from Carshalton to Forest Hillcar 9.4 mi
24 min
£3–4
Line 157 bus, line 122 bus
1. Take the bus from Carshalton Station to Crystal Palace Paradebus 157
2. Take the bus from Crystal Palace Parade to Forest Hill Stn / Dartmouth Rdbus 122
1h 15m
£4–47

Carshalton to Forest Hill by train

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Distance: 12.2 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Carshalton, England and Forest Hill, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Carshalton to Forest Hill via Balham in around 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carshalton Station to Forest Hill Station /London Rd via South Norwood Clock Tower and Norwood Junction Station in around 1h 12m.

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