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

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Croydon is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Croydon is to taxi which takes 40 min and costs £85 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Sprowston Road and arriving at Hogarth Crescent via Kingsway / Holborn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at East Croydon via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Croydon?

The distance between Forest Gate and Croydon is 18 miles. The road distance is 15.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £14.

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

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

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

Forest Gate to Croydon bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Sprowston Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Croydon?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Croydon is to train which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 50 bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Croydon bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Croydon bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at High Holborn station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Croydon train arrive?

Forest Gate to Croydon train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Croydon is 16 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Forest Gate to Croydon.

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

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Forest Gate to Croydon - 5 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Farringdon WithoutElizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to East CroydonCambridge - Brighton / ...
44 min
£8–14
Drive 15.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Croydon15.7 mi
40 min
£4–6
Line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Stockwell Station / Clapham Road to Hogarth Crescent50
1h 36m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Croydon15.7 mi
40 min
£85–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sprowston Road to High HolbornN25
2. Take the bus from Kingsway / Holborn Station to Hogarth CrescentN68
1h 54m
£6

Forest Gate to Croydon by train

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

You can take a train from Forest Gate to East Croydon via Farringdon Without and Farringdon in around 44 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Stockwell Station / Clapham Road to Hogarth Crescent every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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