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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Forest Gate is to bus which costs £14 - £21 and takes 4h 45m.

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 and subway which takes 1h 45m and costs £35 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Forest Gate. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Woodgrange Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and New Oxford Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

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 45m.

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 and subway which takes 1h 45m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Southampton to Forest Gate, including transfers.

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

Southampton to Forest Gate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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.

Train or bus from Southampton to Forest Gate?

The best way to get from Southampton to Forest Gate is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £21 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Southampton to Forest Gate bus arrive?

Southampton to Forest Gate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 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?

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Forest Gate by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the subway from Waterloo station to Stratford stationsubway Jubilee
1h 45m
£35–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus N9
4h 45m
£15–21
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
3h 2m
£30–57
Drive 84.9 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Forest Gatecar 84.9 mi
2h 4m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2h 6m
£43–101

Southampton to Forest Gate by train and subway

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Distance: 88.7 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Forest Gate via Reading and London Paddington in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Woodgrange Road via Heathrow Terminal 5, Aldwych / Drury Lane, and New Oxford Street in around 4h 45m.

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