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

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £55 - £70.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southampton Street / Covent Garden and arriving at Forest Hill Station /London Rd station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station. 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 Station?

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

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

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station 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 Station?

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station is to train which takes 39 min and costs £2 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 176 bus, which costs £1 - £40 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Forest Hill Station?

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Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station 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
Line 176 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 Hill Stationtaxi 6.9 mi
22 min
£55–70
Drive 6.9 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Forest Hill Stationcar 6.9 mi
22 min
£2–3

Charing Cross to Forest Hill Station by train

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Distance: 7.2 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

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