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

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Catford is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Catford is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Catford?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate station to Catford. However, there are services departing from Wanstead Park Station and arriving at The Catford Centre via West Silvertown DLR Station and Greenwich Town Centre / Nelson Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Catford?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Catford. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Catford Bridge via Moorgate station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Catford?

The distance between Forest Gate and Catford is 12 miles. The road distance is 10 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Catford without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £6 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Forest Gate to Catford, including transfers.

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

Forest Gate to Catford bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Wanstead Park Station.

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

Forest Gate to Catford train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Forest Gate station.

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Catford?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Catford is to train which takes 44 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 47 bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Catford bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Catford bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at West Silvertown DLR Station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Catford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Catford?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Catford is 10 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Forest Gate to Catford.

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

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Where can I stay near Catford?

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Forest Gate to Catford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 47 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Catford Bridgetrain London Charing Cross - Hayes / ...
44 min
£7–11
Drive 9.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Catfordcar 9.9 mi
25 min
£3–4
Line 47 bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to The Catford Centrebus 47
1h 34m
£5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Catfordtaxi 9.9 mi
25 min
£55–70
Line 330 bus, line 129 bus, line 199 bus
1. Take the bus from Wanstead Park Station to West Silvertown DLR Stationbus 330
2. Take the bus from West Silvertown DLR Station to Greenwich Town Centre / Nelson Roadbus 129
3. Take the bus from Greenwich Town Centre / Nelson Road to The Catford Centrebus 199
1h 48m
£6–66

Forest Gate to Catford by train and subway

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Distance: 12.3 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

You can take a train from Forest Gate to Catford Bridge via Liverpool Street Station, Moorgate station, London Bridge Station, and London Bridge in around 44 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from Liverpool Street Station to The Catford Centre every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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