What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Big Ben?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Big Ben is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Big Ben?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Big Ben is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £80 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Big Ben?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate to Big Ben. However, there are services departing from Sprowston Road and arriving at Whitehall / Trafalgar Square via Kingsway / Holborn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Big Ben?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Big Ben station. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Westminster station via Stratford station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Big Ben?

The distance between Forest Gate and Big Ben is 11 miles. The road distance is 8.2 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Big Ben without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Big Ben without a car is to subway which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Big Ben?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Forest Gate to Big Ben, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Big Ben bus from?

Forest Gate to Big Ben bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Sprowston Road station.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Big Ben train from?

Forest Gate to Big Ben train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Stratford station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Big Ben bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Big Ben bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at High Holborn station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Big Ben train arrive?

Forest Gate to Big Ben train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Westminster station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Big Ben?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Big Ben is 8 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Forest Gate to Big Ben.

Where can I stay near Big Ben?

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There are 5 ways to get from Forest Gate to Big Ben by subway, bus, taxi, car, or train

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Stratford station to Westminster stationsubway Jubilee
29 min
£6–16
Drive 8.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Big Bencar 8.1 mi
27 min
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sprowston Road to High Holbornbus N25
1h 2m
£3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Big Bentaxi 8.1 mi
27 min
£80–95
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the subway from Moorgate station to Westminster stationsubway Circle
35 min
£5–13

Forest Gate to Big Ben by train, subway, and foot

1162Weekly Services

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Distance: 10.7 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Big Ben, Greater London, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Stratford station to Westminster station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £5–14 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from Sprowston Road to High Holborn every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 42 min.

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