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

The cheapest way to get from Lewisham to Forest Gate is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewisham to Forest Gate is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Lewisham and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct bus from Lewisham to Forest Gate station. However, there are services departing from Lockmead Road and arriving at Forest Gate Station via Stratford City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Lewisham and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct train from Lewisham to Forest Gate. However, there are services departing from New Cross ELL and arriving at Forest Gate via Whitechapel Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Lewisham to Forest Gate?

The distance between Lewisham and Forest Gate is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewisham to Forest Gate without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Lewisham to Forest Gate, including transfers.

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

Lewisham to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Lockmead Road station.

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

Lewisham to Forest Gate train services, operated by London Overground, depart from New Cross ELL station.

Train or bus from Lewisham to Forest Gate?

The best way to get from Lewisham to Forest Gate is to train which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 108 bus, which costs £4 - £60 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Lewisham to Forest Gate bus arrive?

Lewisham to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Stratford City Bus Station.

Where does the Lewisham to Forest Gate train arrive?

Lewisham to Forest Gate train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Whitechapel station.

Can I drive from Lewisham to Forest Gate?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewisham to Forest Gate is 8 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Lewisham to Forest Gate.

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

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Lewisham to Forest Gate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 108 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from New Cross ELL to Whitechapeltrain New Cross ELL - Dalston Junction
2. Take the train from Whitechapel Station to Forest Gatetrain Elizabeth
27 min
£6–13
Drive 8.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lewisham to Forest Gatecar 8.2 mi
21 min
£2–3
Line 108 bus
1. Take the bus from Lockmead Road to Stratford City Bus Stationbus 108
1h 28m
£5–60
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lewisham to Forest Gatetaxi 8.2 mi
21 min
£22–27
Line 129 bus, line 330 bus
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Clock Tower to Thames Barrierbus 129
2. Take the bus from Thames Barrier to Wanstead Park Stationbus 330
1h 36m
£3–74

Lewisham to Forest Gate by train

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

You can take a train from New Cross ELL to Forest Gate via Whitechapel and Whitechapel Station in around 27 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Lockmead Road to Stratford City Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–60 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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