How to get from Forest Hill to Bromley Common by bus?

By bus

To get from Forest Hill to Bromley Common in London, take the 185 bus from Forest Hill Station / London Road (B) station to The Catford Broadway (H) station. Next, take the 320 bus from Bromley Road / Lewisham Town Hall (Y) station to Bromley Common / Turpington Lane (BL) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is £1.75.

52min£1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 185185
Bus - 320320
Leaves from Forest Hill Station / London Road (B)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hill Station / London Road (B)
    ID B
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 185185
    Wait for bus
    185
    Lewisham, Shopping Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Catford Broadway (H)
    ID H
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bromley Road / Lewisham Town Hall (Y)
    ID Y
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 320320
    Wait for bus
    320
    Biggin Hill Valley
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Bromley Common / Turpington Lane (BL)
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley Common / Turpington Lane (BL)
    ID BL
    32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus and train

To get from Forest Hill to Bromley Common in London, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 185 bus from Forest Hill Station / London Road (B) station to Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the THAMESLINK train and finally take the 261 bus from Bromley South Station (Z) station to Bromley Common / Turpington Lane (BL) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is £4.85.

48min£4.85
Walk to bus station
Bus - 185185
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - 261261
Leaves from Forest Hill Station / London Road (B)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hill Station / London Road (B)
    ID B
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 185185
    Wait for bus
    185
    Lewisham, Shopping Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P)
    ID P
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Catford Rail Station
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Orpington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bromley South
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bromley South Station (Z)
    ID Z
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 261261
    Wait for bus
    261
    Princess Royal Hospital
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Bromley Common / Turpington Lane (BL)
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley Common / Turpington Lane (BL)
    ID BL
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Forest Hill to Bromley Common

The distance between Forest Hill, London and Bromley Common, London is approximately 7.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forest Hill to Bromley Common by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Forest Hill

Forest Hill is located at Forest Hill, London and the nearest public transport station is Church Vale (H).

Train stations close to Forest Hill:

  • Honor Oak Park
  • Crofton Park
  • Sydenham

Bus stations close to Forest Hill:

  • Church Vale (H)
  • Forest Hill Station / Waldram Crescent (K)
  • Forest Hill Station / Dartmouth Road (E)

Public transport stations close to Bromley Common, London

Bromley Common is located at Bromley Common, London and the nearest public transport station is Crown Lane Spur (BC).

Train stations close to Bromley Common:

  • Bromley North
  • Sundridge Park
  • Ravensbourne

Bus stations close to Bromley Common:

  • Crown Lane Spur (BC)
  • Bromley Common / Holy Trinity Church (BS)
  • Turpington Lane Community Centre (U)

Related Routes

By bus and train

To get from Forest Hill to Bromley Common in London, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 185 bus from Forest Hill Station / London Road (B) station to Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the THAMESLINK train and finally take the 261 bus from Bromley South Station (Z) station to Bromley Common / Turpington Lane (BL) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is £4.85.

48min£4.85
Walk to bus station
Bus - 185185
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - 261261
Leaves from Forest Hill Station / London Road (B)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hill Station / London Road (B)
    ID B
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 185185
    Wait for bus
    185
    Lewisham, Shopping Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P)
    ID P
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Catford Rail Station
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Orpington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bromley South
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bromley South Station (Z)
    ID Z
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 261261
    Wait for bus
    261
    Princess Royal Hospital
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Bromley Common / Turpington Lane (BL)
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley Common / Turpington Lane (BL)
    ID BL
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Bromley Common?

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 185, Bus line 320.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Forest Hill to Bromley Common?

    The alternative route takes 48 minutes, using Bus line 185, Bus line THAMESLINK, Bus line 261.

  • Is there a direct bus between Forest Hill and Bromley Common in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Forest Hill to Bromley Common in London?

    The 185 bus line goes from Forest Hill Station / London Road (B) station near Forest Hill to Lewisham, Shopping Centre station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Lewisham, Shopping Centre station near Bromley Common in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Forest Hill to Bromley Common in London by bus?

    The total travel time between Forest Hill and Bromley Common in London by bus is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Forest Hill to get to Bromley Common in London?

    Get on the 185 bus from the Forest Hill Station / London Road (B) stop near Forest Hill in London.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Forest Hill and Bromley Common in London?

    Get off the bus at the Lewisham, Shopping Centre stop, which is closest to Bromley Common in London.

  • How much is the bus fare from Forest Hill to Bromley Common?

    The ride from Forest Hill to Bromley Common costs £1.75.

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