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

The cheapest way to get from Erith to Forest Hill is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Erith to Forest Hill is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Erith and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Erith to Forest Hill. However, there are services departing from Erith Town Centre / Cross Street and arriving at Forest Hill Stn /Devonshire Rd via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Erith and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Erith to Forest Hill. However, there are services departing from Erith and arriving at Forest Hill via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Erith to Forest Hill?

The distance between Erith and Forest Hill is 19 miles. The road distance is 12.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Erith to Forest Hill without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £9 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Erith to Forest Hill, including transfers.

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

Erith to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Erith Town Centre / Cross Street station.

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

Erith to Forest Hill train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Erith station.

Train or bus from Erith to Forest Hill?

The best way to get from Erith to Forest Hill is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £9 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus and line 185 bus, which costs £2 - £90 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Erith to Forest Hill bus arrive?

Erith to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Where does the Erith to Forest Hill train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erith to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Erith to Forest Hill is 12 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Erith to Forest Hill.

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

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Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

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Erith to Forest Hill - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 185 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Erith to London Bridgetrain Slade Green - London Cannon Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Forest Hilltrain London Bridge - East Croydon / ...
1h 14m
£9–20
Bus, line 185 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Erith Town Centre / Cross Street to Lewisham Stationbus N89
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Forest Hill Stn /Devonshire Rdbus 185
1h 21m
£3–89
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Erith to Forest Hilltaxi 12.2 mi
26 min
£28–35
Drive 12.2 mi
1. Drive from Erith to Forest Hillcar 12.2 mi
26 min
£3–5
Bus, line 122 bus
1. Take the bus from Maxim Road / The Ship to Woolwich Stationbus 180
2. Take the bus from Woolwich Station to Forest Hill Stn /Devonshire Rdbus 122
1h 48m
£4–39

Erith to Forest Hill by train

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Distance: 19 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

You can take a train from Erith to Forest Hill via London Bridge in around 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Erith Town Centre / Cross Street to Forest Hill Stn /Devonshire Rd via Lewisham Station in around 1h 21m.

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