What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle is to train and subway which takes 21 min and costs £3 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate Station and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from Sprowston Road and arriving at Elephant & Castle / London Rd via Kingsway / Holborn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate Station and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle station. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Elephant & Castle station via Moorgate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Forest Gate Station and Elephant and Castle is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.3 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train and subway which takes 21 min and costs £3 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle?

It takes approximately 21 min to get from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Sprowston Road station.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle train from?

Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Forest Gate station.

Where does the Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at High Holborn station.

Where does the Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle is 7 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

There are 20229+ hotels available in Elephant and Castle.

Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Liverpool Street StationElizabeth
2. Take the subway from Moorgate station to Elephant & Castle stationNorthern
21 min
£4–6
Drive 7.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle7.2 mi
23 min
£2–3
Train, line 63 bus
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Farringdon WithoutElizabeth
2. Take the bus from Farringdon Station to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road63 / ...
39 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate Station to Elephant and Castle7.2 mi
23 min
£30–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sprowston Road to High HolbornN25
2. Take the bus from Kingsway / Holborn Station to Elephant & Castle / London Rd68 / ...
1h 2m
£4–15

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 7.4 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Forest Gate Station, England and Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England?

You can take a vehicle from Forest Gate Station to Elephant & Castle / London Rd via Sprowston Road, High Holborn, and Kingsway / Holborn Station in around 1h 2m.

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