What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Waltham Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate station to Waltham Abbey. However, there are services departing from Ilford Station and arriving at Market Square via Loughton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Waltham Abbey?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Waltham Cross via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey?

The distance between Forest Gate and Waltham Abbey is 12 miles. The road distance is 11 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £5 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey bus from?

Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Ilford Station.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey train from?

Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stratford (London) station.

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £55 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Loughton Station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey train arrive?

Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Waltham Cross station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey is 11 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey.

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

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Where can I stay near Waltham Abbey?

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There are 6 ways to get from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Waltham Crosstrain London Liverpool Street - Bishops Stortford / ...
1h 1m
£6–12
Drive 11 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbeycar 11 mi
22 min
£3–4
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Stratford station to Loughton stationsubway Central
2. Take the bus from Loughton Station to Market Squarebus 66
1h 10m
£9–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Waltham Abbeytaxi 11 mi
22 min
£29–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ilford Station to Loughton Stationbus 167
2. Take the bus from Loughton Station to Market Squarebus 66
1h 38m
£4–51
Bus via Tottenham Court Road Station
1. Take the bus from Denmark Street to Bus Stationbus N279
2h 13m
£6–13

Forest Gate to Waltham Abbey by train

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Stratford (London) to Waltham Cross hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Forest Gate to Market Square via Ilford, Ilford Station, and Loughton Station in around 1h 38m.

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