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

The cheapest way to get from Caterham to Forest Hill is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Caterham to Forest Hill is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Caterham and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Caterham to Forest Hill station. However, there are services departing from Caterham Valley and arriving at Forest Hill Station /London Rd via Park Lane / Fairfield Halls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Caterham and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Caterham to Forest Hill. However, there are services departing from Caterham and arriving at Forest Hill via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Caterham to Forest Hill?

The distance between Caterham and Forest Hill is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caterham to Forest Hill without a car is to train and line 197 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £5 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Caterham to Forest Hill, including transfers.

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

Caterham to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Caterham Valley station.

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

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

Train or bus from Caterham to Forest Hill?

The best way to get from Caterham to Forest Hill is to line 407 bus and line 197 bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £2 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £24 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Caterham to Forest Hill bus arrive?

Caterham to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre station.

Where does the Caterham to Forest Hill train arrive?

Caterham to Forest Hill train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Caterham to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Caterham to Forest Hill is 13 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Caterham to Forest Hill.

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

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Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

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Caterham to Forest Hill - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 197 bus

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

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Train, line 197 bus
best
1. Take the train from Caterham to Norwood Junctiontrain Caterham - London Bridge / ...
2. Take the bus from Norwood Junction Station to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 197
1h 3m
£6–30
Line 407 bus, line 197 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Caterham Valley to St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centrebus 407
2. Take the bus from Park Lane / Fairfield Halls to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 197
1h 25m
£3–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caterham to Forest Hilltaxi 13.3 mi
31 min
£30–40
Drive 13.3 mi
1. Drive from Caterham to Forest Hillcar 13.3 mi
31 min
£4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Caterham to London Bridgetrain Caterham - London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Forest Hilltrain London Bridge - East Croydon / ...
1h 20m
£11–24

Caterham to Forest Hill by train and bus

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Caterham Valley to Forest Hill Station /London Rd via St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre and Park Lane / Fairfield Halls in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Caterham to Forest Hill via London Bridge in around 1h 20m.

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