What is the cheapest way to get from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate?

The cheapest way to get from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate?

The fastest way to get from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Waltham Abbey and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct bus from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate station. However, there are services departing from Quaker Lane and arriving at Ilford Station via Loughton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Waltham Abbey and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct train from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate. However, there are services departing from Waltham Cross and arriving at Forest Gate via Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate?

The distance between Waltham Abbey and Forest Gate is 12 miles. The road distance is 11 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate bus from?

Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Quaker Lane station.

Where do I catch the Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate train from?

Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Waltham Cross station.

Train or bus from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate?

The best way to get from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate is to train which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £55 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate bus arrive?

Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Loughton Station.

Where does the Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate train arrive?

Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate?

Yes, the driving distance between Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate is 11 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Waltham Cross to Stratford (London)train Hertford East - Stratford / ...
32 min
£6–12
Drive 10.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gatecar 10.9 mi
22 min
£3–4
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Highbridge Rdbt to Loughton Stationbus 66
2. Take the subway from Loughton station to Stratford stationsubway Central
1h
£10–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waltham Abbey to Forest Gatetaxi 10.9 mi
22 min
£29–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quaker Lane to Loughton Stationbus 66
2. Take the bus from Loughton Station to Ilford Stationbus 167
1h 29m
£4–51

Waltham Abbey to Forest Gate by train

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Waltham Cross to Stratford (London) hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Quaker Lane to Forest Gate via Loughton Station, Ilford Station, and Ilford in around 1h 29m.

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