What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill is to bus which costs £1 - £40 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £55 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Forest Hill?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southampton Street / Covent Garden and arriving at Forest Hill Station /London Rd station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross to Forest Hill. However, there are services departing from London Charing Cross and arriving at Forest Hill via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Forest Hill?

The distance between Charing Cross and Forest Hill is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £2 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Forest Hill bus from?

Charing Cross to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Southampton Street / Covent Garden station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Forest Hill train from?

Charing Cross to Forest Hill train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Charing Cross station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Forest Hill?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill is to train which takes 39 min and costs £2 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £40 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Charing Cross to Forest Hill bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Forest Hill Station /London Rd.

Where does the Charing Cross to Forest Hill train arrive?

Charing Cross to Forest Hill train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Forest Hill is 7 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Charing Cross to Forest Hill.

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

Book your Charing Cross to Forest Hill train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

There are 21224+ hotels available in Forest Hill.

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There are 4 ways to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to London Bridgetrain London Charing Cross - Hayes / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Forest Hilltrain London Bridge - East Croydon / ...
39 min
£3–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southampton Street / Covent Garden to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 176
51 min
£1–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to Forest Hilltaxi 6.9 mi
22 min
£55–65
Drive 6.9 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Forest Hillcar 6.9 mi
22 min
£2–3

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Distance: 7.2 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

You can take a train from London Charing Cross to Forest Hill via London Bridge in around 39 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Southampton Street / Covent Garden to Forest Hill Station /London Rd every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 51 min. Abellio London also services this route hourly.

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