What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Kensal Green?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Kensal Green is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Kensal Green?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Kensal Green is to train which takes 38 min and costs £11 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Kensal Green?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate to Kensal Green station. However, there are services departing from Sprowston Road and arriving at Kensal Green Station via Margaret Street /Oxford Circus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Kensal Green?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wanstead Park and arriving at Kensal Rise. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Kensal Green?

The distance between Forest Gate and Kensal Green is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Kensal Green without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £11 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Kensal Green?

The train from Wanstead Park to Kensal Rise takes 38 min including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Kensal Green bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Kensal Green train from?

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

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Kensal Green?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Kensal Green is to train which takes 38 min and costs £11 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Kensal Green bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Kensal Green bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Great Titchfield Street / Oxford Circus Station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Kensal Green train arrive?

Forest Gate to Kensal Green train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Kensal Green?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Kensal Green is 13 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Forest Gate to Kensal Green.

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

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Where can I stay near Kensal Green?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wanstead Park to Kensal Risetrain Barking - Willesden Junction Low Level
38 min
£11–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sprowston Road to Great Titchfield Street / Oxford Circus Stationbus N25
2. Take the bus from Margaret Street /Oxford Circus to Kensal Green Stationbus N118 / ...
1h 24m
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Kensal Greentaxi 12.8 mi
42 min
£160–200
Drive 12.8 mi
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Kensal Greencar 12.8 mi
42 min
£4–5
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the subway from Paddington station to Kensal Green stationsubway Bakerloo
40 min
£9–24

Forest Gate to Kensal Green by train

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Distance: 12.6 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

London Overground operates a train from Wanstead Park to Kensal Rise once a week. Tickets cost £11–28 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sprowston Road to Kensal Green Station via Great Titchfield Street / Oxford Circus Station and Margaret Street /Oxford Circus in around 1h 24m.

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