What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Eltham?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Eltham is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Eltham?

The fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Eltham is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £15 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Hill and Eltham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Forest Hill Stn / Dartmouth Rd and arriving at Haimo Road. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Forest Hill and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Hill to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Forest Hill and arriving at Eltham via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Forest Hill to Eltham?

The distance between Forest Hill and Eltham is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.1 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Hill to Eltham without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Eltham without a car is to line 122 bus which takes 48 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Forest Hill to Eltham?

The line 122 bus from Forest Hill Stn / Dartmouth Rd to Haimo Road takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Eltham bus from?

Forest Hill to Eltham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Forest Hill Stn / Dartmouth Rd station.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Eltham train from?

Forest Hill to Eltham train services, operated by Southern, depart from Forest Hill station.

Train or bus from Forest Hill to Eltham?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Eltham is to line 122 bus which takes 48 min and costs £2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £14 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Forest Hill to Eltham bus arrive?

Forest Hill to Eltham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Haimo Road station.

Where does the Forest Hill to Eltham train arrive?

Forest Hill to Eltham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Forest Hill to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Hill to Eltham is 5 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Forest Hill to Eltham.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Hill to Eltham?

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Where can I stay near Eltham?

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There are 5 ways to get from Forest Hill to Eltham by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 122 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Forest Hill Stn / Dartmouth Rd to Haimo Roadbus 122
48 min
£2
Train
1. Take the train from Forest Hill to London Bridgetrain London Victoria - London Bridge / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Elthamtrain London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
51 min
£6–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Hill to Elthamtaxi 5 mi
11 min
£15–19
Drive 5 mi
1. Drive from Forest Hill to Elthamcar 5 mi
11 min
£2
Line 185 bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Forest Hill Station /London Rd to Lewisham Stationbus 185
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Eltham High Street / Roper Streetbus N21 / ...
56 min
£3–37

Forest Hill to Eltham by bus

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Distance: 5.7 mi
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Forest Hill, Greater London, England and Eltham, England?

Stagecoach London operates a bus from Forest Hill Stn / Dartmouth Rd to Haimo Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Forest Hill to Eltham via London Bridge in around 51 min.

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