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

The cheapest way to get from Sydenham to Forest Gate is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydenham to Forest Gate is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Sydenham and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydenham station to Forest Gate. However, there are services departing from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale and arriving at Woodgrange Road via New Oxford Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Sydenham and Forest Gate?

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

How far is it from Sydenham to Forest Gate?

The distance between Sydenham and Forest Gate is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sydenham to Forest Gate without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £14.

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

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

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

Sydenham to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale.

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

Sydenham to Forest Gate train services, operated by Southern, depart from Sydenham station.

Train or bus from Sydenham to Forest Gate?

The best way to get from Sydenham to Forest Gate is to train which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 176 bus, which costs £3 - £60 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Sydenham to Forest Gate bus arrive?

Sydenham to Forest Gate bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Denmark Street station.

Where does the Sydenham to Forest Gate train arrive?

Sydenham to Forest Gate train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Sydenham to Forest Gate?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydenham to Forest Gate is 12 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Sydenham to Forest Gate.

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

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Where can I stay near Forest Gate?

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Sydenham to Forest Gate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 176 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sydenham to London BridgeLondon Victoria - London Bridge / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Forest GateElizabeth
44 min
£9–13
Drive 12.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sydenham to Forest Gate12.3 mi
33 min
£3–5
Line 176 bus
1. Take the bus from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale to Tottenham Court Road / Great Russell Street176
1h 41m
£4–55
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydenham to Forest Gate12.3 mi
33 min
£30–40
Line 176 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale to Denmark Street176
2. Take the bus from New Oxford Street to Woodgrange RoadN25
2h 6m
£5–52

Sydenham to Forest Gate by train and subway

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44 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 13 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

You can take a train from Sydenham to Forest Gate via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Moorgate station, and Liverpool Street Station in around 44 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale to Tottenham Court Road / Great Russell Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–55 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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