What is the cheapest way to get from Caterham to Ashdown Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Caterham to Ashdown Forest is to line 400 bus and line 500 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caterham to Ashdown Forest?

The fastest way to get from Caterham to Ashdown Forest is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Caterham and Ashdown Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Caterham station to Ashdown Forest. However, there are services departing from Caterham station and arriving at Old Forge Lane via Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Caterham and Ashdown Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Caterham to Ashdown Forest. However, there are services departing from Caterham and arriving at Uckfield via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Caterham to Ashdown Forest?

The distance between Caterham and Ashdown Forest is 38 miles. The road distance is 23 miles.

How do I travel from Caterham to Ashdown Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Caterham to Ashdown Forest without a car is to train and line 500 bus which takes 2h 24m and costs £11 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Caterham to Ashdown Forest?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Caterham to Ashdown Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caterham to Ashdown Forest bus from?

Caterham to Ashdown Forest bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Caterham station.

Where do I catch the Caterham to Ashdown Forest train from?

Caterham to Ashdown Forest train services, operated by Southern, depart from Caterham station.

Train or bus from Caterham to Ashdown Forest?

The best way to get from Caterham to Ashdown Forest is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 400 bus and line 500 bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Caterham to Ashdown Forest bus arrive?

Caterham to Ashdown Forest bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Gatwick South Terminal station.

Where does the Caterham to Ashdown Forest train arrive?

Caterham to Ashdown Forest train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Caterham to Ashdown Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Caterham to Ashdown Forest is 23 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Caterham to Ashdown Forest.

Where can I stay near Ashdown Forest?

There are 823+ hotels available in Ashdown Forest.

Caterham to Ashdown Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, line 500 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Caterham to Ashdown Forest by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 500 bus
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Old Forge Lanebus 500
2h 24m
£11–20
Drive 22.8 mi
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1. Drive from Caterham to Ashdown Forestcar 22.8 mi
35 min
£6–9
Train
1. Take the train from Caterham to East Croydontrain Caterham - London Bridge / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Uckfieldtrain London Bridge - Uckfield / ...
3h 5m
£22–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caterham to Ashdown Foresttaxi 22.8 mi
35 min
£100–130
Line 400 bus, line 500 bus
1. Take the bus from Caterham station to Gatwick South Terminalbus 400
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Old Forge Lanebus 500
2h 26m
£6

Caterham to Ashdown Forest by train and bus

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Distance: 37.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Caterham, England and Ashdown Forest, England?

You can take a train from Caterham to Old Forge Lane via East Croydon, Uckfield, and Bus Station in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caterham station to Old Forge Lane via Gatwick South Terminal in around 2h 26m.

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