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

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Lewisham is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Lewisham is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Lewisham?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate station to Lewisham. However, there are services departing from Stratford City Bus Station and arriving at Lewisham Clock Tower via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Lewisham?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Lewisham. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at New Cross ELL via Whitechapel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Lewisham?

The distance between Forest Gate and Lewisham is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Lewisham without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Forest Gate to Lewisham, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Lewisham?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Lewisham is to train which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 108 bus, which costs £1 - £75 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Lewisham bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Lewisham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lewisham Clock Tower station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Lewisham train arrive?

Forest Gate to Lewisham train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Whitechapel Station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Lewisham?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Lewisham is 8 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Forest Gate to Lewisham.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Forest Gate to Lewisham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Whitechapel Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Whitechapel to New Cross ELLtrain Dalston Junction - New Cross ELL
33 min
£6–14
Line 108 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Lewisham Clock Towerbus 108
1h 6m
£2–72
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Lewishamtaxi 8.2 mi
21 min
£22–27
Drive 8.2 mi
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Lewishamcar 8.2 mi
21 min
£2–3

Forest Gate to Lewisham by train

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Distance: 7.6 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

You can take a train from Forest Gate to New Cross ELL via Whitechapel Station and Whitechapel in around 33 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Lewisham Clock Tower every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–70 and the journey takes 58 min.

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