What is the cheapest way to get from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station?

The cheapest way to get from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station?

The fastest way to get from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station is to train which takes 19 min and costs £4 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Shadwell and Forest Hill Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station station. However, there are services departing from Tobacco Dock and arriving at Forest Hill Station /London Rd via Lancaster Place / Somerset House. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Shadwell and Forest Hill Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shadwell and arriving at Forest Hill. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station?

The distance between Shadwell and Forest Hill Station is 5 miles. The road distance is 6.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs £4 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station?

The train from Shadwell to Forest Hill takes 19 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Shadwell to Forest Hill Station bus from?

Shadwell to Forest Hill Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Tobacco Dock station.

Where do I catch the Shadwell to Forest Hill Station train from?

Shadwell to Forest Hill Station train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Shadwell station.

Train or bus from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station?

The best way to get from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station is to train which takes 19 min and costs £4 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 176 bus, which costs £2 - £45 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Shadwell to Forest Hill Station bus arrive?

Shadwell to Forest Hill Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Aldwych / Drury Lane station.

Where does the Shadwell to Forest Hill Station train arrive?

Shadwell to Forest Hill Station train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Forest Hill station.

Can I drive from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Shadwell to Forest Hill Station is 7 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Forest Hill Station?

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Shadwell to Forest Hill Station - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 197 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Shadwell to Forest Hill Station by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shadwell to Forest Hilltrain Dalston Junction - West Croydon / ...
19 min
£4–12
Drive 6.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shadwell to Forest Hill Stationcar 6.8 mi
22 min
£2–3
Train, line 197 bus
1. Take the train from Shadwell to Peckham Ryetrain Dalston Junction - Clapham Junction / ...
2. Take the bus from Peckham Rye Station to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 197
36 min
£4–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shadwell to Forest Hill Stationtaxi 6.8 mi
22 min
£65–85
Train via Bank DLR Station
1. Take the train from Shadwell DLR to Bank DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Forest Hilltrain London Bridge - East Croydon / ...
46 min
£4–9
Bus, line 176 bus
1. Take the bus from Tobacco Dock to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus N551
2. Take the bus from Lancaster Place / Somerset House to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 176
1h 11m
£3–42

Shadwell to Forest Hill Station by train

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Distance: 5.2 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

London Overground operates a train from Shadwell to Forest Hill twice daily. Tickets cost £4–12 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tobacco Dock to Forest Hill Station /London Rd via Aldwych / Drury Lane and Lancaster Place / Somerset House in around 1h 11m.

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