The average train between Forest Gate and Erith takes 46 min and the fastest train takes 39 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Forest Gate to Erith. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Forest Gate and Erith. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Forest Gate is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Erith at 1:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Whitechapel Station and take an average of 46 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


47 min • 2 changes

40 min • 2 changes

47 min • 2 changes

40 min • 2 changes

54 min • 2 changes

54 min • 2 changes

39 min • 2 changes

39 min • 2 changes

1h 1m • 2 changes

49 min • 2 changes

46 min • 2 changes

41 min • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Forest Gate to Erith? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Erith. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate station and arriving at Erith station via Whitechapel Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.
Forest Gate to Erith train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Forest Gate station.
Forest Gate to Erith train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Abbey Wood station.
Book your Forest Gate to Erith train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Southeastern.
The distance between Forest Gate and Erith is 12.9 km. The road distance is 26 km.
You can take a train from Forest Gate to Erith via Whitechapel Station, Abbey Wood, and Abbey Wood (London) in around 47 min.