What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Croydon?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Croydon is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Croydon?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Croydon is to taxi which takes 41 min and costs £85 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate station to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Stratford City Bus Station and arriving at Hogarth Crescent via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at East Croydon via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Croydon?

The distance between Forest Gate and Croydon is 18 miles. The road distance is 15.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £10 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Croydon?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Forest Gate to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Croydon bus from?

Forest Gate to Croydon bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Stratford City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Croydon train from?

Forest Gate to Croydon train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Forest Gate station.

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Croydon?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Croydon is to train which takes 45 min and costs £10 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 108 bus and line 75 bus, which costs £3 - £80 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Croydon bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Croydon bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Croydon train arrive?

Forest Gate to Croydon train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Croydon is 16 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Forest Gate to Croydon.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Croydon?

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to East Croydontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
45 min
£10–22
Drive 15.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Croydoncar 15.7 mi
41 min
£4–6
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Tottenham Court Road Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from New Oxford Street to Hogarth Crescentbus N68
1h 49m
£7–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Croydontaxi 15.7 mi
41 min
£85–110
Line 108 bus, line 75 bus
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Lewisham Stationbus 108
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Hogarth Crescentbus 75
2h 15m
£4–79

Forest Gate to Croydon by train

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Distance: 18.4 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a train from Forest Gate to East Croydon via Farringdon Without and Farringdon in around 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Forest Gate to Hogarth Crescent via Stratford, Stratford City Bus Station, and Lewisham Station in around 2h 15m.

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