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

The cheapest way to get from Clapton to Forest Gate is to line 308 bus which costs £3 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Clapton to Forest Gate is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £65 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Clapton and Forest Gate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lea Bridge Road / Upper Clapton Road and arriving at Forest Gate Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Clapton and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct train from Clapton to Forest Gate. However, there are services departing from Hackney Central and arriving at Forest Gate via Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Clapton to Forest Gate?

The distance between Clapton and Forest Gate is 4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Clapton to Forest Gate without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs £6 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 18 min to get from Clapton to Forest Gate, including transfers.

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

Clapton to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Lea Bridge Road / Upper Clapton Road station.

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

Clapton to Forest Gate train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Hackney Central station.

Train or bus from Clapton to Forest Gate?

The best way to get from Clapton to Forest Gate is to train which takes 18 min and costs £6 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 308 bus, which costs £3 and takes 43 min.

Where does the Clapton to Forest Gate bus arrive?

Clapton to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Forest Gate Station.

Where does the Clapton to Forest Gate train arrive?

Clapton to Forest Gate train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

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

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Clapton to Forest Gate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 308 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Clapton to Forest Gate by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hackney Central to Stratford (London)Richmond NLL - Stratford / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford to Forest GateElizabeth / ...
18 min
£7–8
Line 308 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lea Bridge Road / Upper Clapton Road to Forest Gate Station308
43 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Clapton to Forest Gate4.6 mi
13 min
£65–80
Walk
1. Take the foot from Clapton to Forest Gate4.3 mi
1h 22m
Line 253 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lea Bridge Roundabout to Hackney Central Station253
2. Take the train from Hackney Central to Stratford (London)Richmond NLL - Stratford / ...
36 min
£9–11

Clapton to Forest Gate by train

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Distance: 3.6 mi
Duration: 18 min

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

You can take a train from Hackney Central to Forest Gate via Stratford in around 18 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from Lea Bridge Road / Upper Clapton Road to Forest Gate Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 43 min.

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