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

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Watford is to bus and line 142 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Watford is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate to Watford. However, there are services departing from Sprowston Road and arriving at King Street via Tottenham Court Road Station and Stanmore Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Watford. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Watford Junction via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Watford?

The distance between Forest Gate and Watford is 26 miles. The road distance is 26.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Watford without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs £10 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Forest Gate to Watford, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Watford?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Watford is to train which takes 46 min and costs £10 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 142 bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Watford bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Watford bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Tottenham Court Road Station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Watford train arrive?

Forest Gate to Watford train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Watford is 27 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Forest Gate to Watford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Euston to Watford Junctiontrain London Euston - Milton Keynes Central / ...
46 min
£10–36
Bus, line 142 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sprowston Road to Tottenham Court Road Stationbus N25
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Court Road Station to Stanmore Stationbus N98
3. Take the bus from Stanmore Station to King Streetbus 142
2h 42m
£6
Train, line 306 bus
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Elstree & Borehamwoodtrain Sutton / ...
2. Take the bus from Glenhaven Avenue to High Streetbus 306
2h 31m
Drive 26.4 mi
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Watfordcar 26.4 mi
38 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Watfordtaxi 26.4 mi
38 min
£110–150
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the subway from Farringdon station to Watford stationsubway Metropolitan
1h 19m
£17–21

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Distance: 25.6 mi
Duration: 46 min

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

You can take a train from Forest Gate to Watford Junction via Liverpool Street Station, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sprowston Road to King Street via Tottenham Court Road Station and Stanmore Station in around 2h 42m.

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