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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Forest Hill is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Forest Hill is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Forest Hill station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Forest Hill Station /London Rd via Coach Station and Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Colchester to Forest Hill?

The distance between Colchester and Forest Hill is 59 miles. The road distance is 60.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Forest Hill without a car is to train and line 78 bus which takes 1h 56m and costs £26 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Colchester to Forest Hill, including transfers.

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

Colchester to Forest Hill bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where does the Colchester to Forest Hill bus arrive?

Colchester to Forest Hill bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Forest Hill is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Colchester to Forest Hill.

How do I get a bus ticket from Colchester to Forest Hill?

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Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

There are 21335+ hotels available in Forest Hill.

Colchester to Forest Hill - 4 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Forest Hill by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 78 bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to Peckham Rye Stationbus 78
1h 56m
£27–87
Bus, line 176 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Waterloo Stationbus A8
3. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 176
3h 40m
£14–68
Drive 59.7 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Forest Hillcar 59.7 mi
1h 25m
£15–21
Bus, line 176 bus via Romford
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Court Road Station to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 176
4h 29m
£20–80

Colchester to Forest Hill by train and bus

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1h 56mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 58.8 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Stop to Forest Hill Station /London Rd via Coach Station, Waterloo Station, and Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road in around 3h 40m.

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