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

The cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Forest Hill Station is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Croydon to Forest Hill Station is to train which takes 15 min and costs £2 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between South Croydon and Forest Hill Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cherry Orchard Road / East Croydon Station station and arriving at Forest Hill Station /London Rd station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between South Croydon and Forest Hill Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from West Croydon and arriving at Forest Hill. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from South Croydon to Forest Hill Station?

The distance between South Croydon and Forest Hill Station is 5 miles. The road distance is 6.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Croydon to Forest Hill Station without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £2 - £11.

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

The train from West Croydon to Forest Hill takes 15 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

South Croydon to Forest Hill Station bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Cherry Orchard Road / East Croydon Station.

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

South Croydon to Forest Hill Station train services, operated by London Overground, depart from West Croydon station.

Train or bus from South Croydon to Forest Hill Station?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Forest Hill Station is to train which takes 15 min and costs £2 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 197 bus, which costs £1 - £35 and takes 39 min.

Where does the South Croydon to Forest Hill Station bus arrive?

South Croydon to Forest Hill Station bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Forest Hill Station /London Rd.

Where does the South Croydon to Forest Hill Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Croydon to Forest Hill Station?

Yes, the driving distance between South Croydon to Forest Hill Station is 7 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from South Croydon to Forest Hill Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Forest Hill Station?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from West Croydon to Forest Hilltrain West Croydon - Dalston Junction / ...
15 min
£2–11
Line 197 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cherry Orchard Road / East Croydon Station to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 197
39 min
£1–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Croydon to Forest Hill Stationtaxi 6.7 mi
17 min
£40–50
Drive 6.7 mi
1. Drive from South Croydon to Forest Hill Stationcar 6.7 mi
17 min
£2–3
Train via Crystal Palace
1. Take the train from West Croydon to Crystal Palacetrain West Croydon - London Victoria
2. Take the train from Crystal Palace to Forest Hilltrain London Victoria - London Bridge / ...
36 min
£3–8

South Croydon to Forest Hill Station by train

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Distance: 4.9 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between South Croydon, England and Forest Hill Station, England?

London Overground operates a train from West Croydon to Forest Hill 3 times a day. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 15 min. Southern also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Cherry Orchard Road / East Croydon Station to Forest Hill Station /London Rd every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–35 and the journey takes 39 min.

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