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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Forest Gate is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Forest Gate is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £35 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Forest Gate. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Forest Gate via Waterloo station and Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Southampton to Forest Gate?

The distance between Southampton and Forest Gate is 89 miles. The road distance is 85.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Forest Gate without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Southampton to Forest Gate, including transfers.

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

Southampton to Forest Gate train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Forest Gate train arrive?

Southampton to Forest Gate train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Forest Gate?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Forest Gate is 85 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Southampton to Forest Gate.

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

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Where can I stay near Forest Gate?

There are 19545+ hotels available in Forest Gate.

Southampton to Forest Gate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Forest Gate by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
1h 48m
£35–67
Drive 84.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Forest Gatecar 84.9 mi
2h 4m
£21–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032 / ...
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Forest Gatetrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield
2h 52m
£29–57
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Forest Gatetrain
1h 50m
£43–100

Southampton to Forest Gate by bus and train

181Weekly Services

2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.7 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £28–60 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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