What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Forest Gate station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Harold Wood Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Forest Gate via Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Forest Gate is 39 miles. The road distance is 34.5 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs £19 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Victoria Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate is to train which takes 1h and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate is 35 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate?

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Where can I stay near Forest Gate?

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Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 28 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
1h
£19–35
Drive 34.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gatecar 34.3 mi
49 min
£9–13
Line 28 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Harold Wood Stationbus B1
2h 8m
£10–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gatetaxi 34.3 mi
49 min
£80–100
Train via Shenfield
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Shenfieldtrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Forest Gatetrain Elizabeth / ...
1h 9m
£20–40
Train, line 25 bus
1. Take the train from Southend Central to London Fenchurch Streettrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the bus from St Katharine Cree to Woodgrange Roadbus 25 / ...
1h 46m
£14–27

Southend-on-Sea to Forest Gate by train

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Distance: 38.5 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Forest Gate, Greater London, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London) every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Forest Gate via Bus Station, Harold Wood Station, and Harold Wood in around 2h 8m.

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