How to get from Forest Gate to Chingford by bus and train?

From Forest Gate to Chingford by bus and train

To get from Forest Gate to Chingford in London, take the ELIZABETH train from Forest Gate station to Ilford station. Next, take the 179 bus from Ilford Station (G) station to Station Road / the Green (L) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is £4.75. The bus and train schedule from Forest Gate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chingford on the Moovit app.

50min£4.75
Train - ELIZABETH
Bus - 179179
Leaves from Forest Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Forest Gate
  • 2
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Shenfield
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ilford
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ilford Station (G)
    ID G
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 179179
    Wait for bus
    179
    Chingford Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Station Road / the Green (L)
    Ride to bus station
    Station Road / the Green (L)
    ID L
    39 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Forest Gate to Chingford by train

To get from Forest Gate to Chingford in London, take the ELIZABETH train from Forest Gate station to Liverpool Street station. Next, take the WEAVER LINE train from Liverpool Street station to Chingford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is £8.80. The bus and train schedule from Forest Gate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chingford on the Moovit app.

54min£8.80
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - WEAVER LINE
Walk to Chingford
Leaves from Forest Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Forest Gate
  • 2
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - WEAVER LINE
    Wait for train
    WEAVER LINE
    Chingford
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chingford
    27 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chingford
    Walk to
    Chingford
    550 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Forest Gate to Chingford

The distance between Forest Gate, London and Chingford, London is approximately 15.61 km, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forest Gate to Chingford by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Forest Gate to Chingford

To check the bus and train schedule from Forest Gate to Chingford using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Forest Gate) and destination (Chingford), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Forest Gate to Chingford by train

To get from Forest Gate to Chingford in London, take the ELIZABETH train from Forest Gate station to Liverpool Street station. Next, take the WEAVER LINE train from Liverpool Street station to Chingford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is £8.80. The bus and train schedule from Forest Gate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chingford on the Moovit app.

54min£8.80
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - WEAVER LINE
Walk to Chingford
Leaves from Forest Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Forest Gate
  • 2
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - WEAVER LINE
    Wait for train
    WEAVER LINE
    Chingford
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chingford
    27 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chingford
    Walk to
    Chingford
    550 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Chingford?

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Train line ELIZABETH, Bus line 179.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Forest Gate to Chingford?

    The alternative route takes 54 minutes, using Train line ELIZABETH, Train line WEAVER LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Chingford?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 50 min.

  • Which train line goes from Forest Gate to Chingford?

    The ELIZABETH train line goes from Shenfield station near Forest Gate in Forest Gate to Ilford station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ilford station near Chingford in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Forest Gate to Chingford by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Forest Gate in Forest Gate and Chingford in London by train and bus is about 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Forest Gate to get to Chingford?

    Get on the ELIZABETH train from the Shenfield station near Forest Gate in Forest Gate.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Forest Gate and Chingford?

    Get off the train at the Ilford stop, which is closest to Chingford in London.

  • How much is the train fare from Forest Gate to Chingford?

    The ride from Forest Gate to Chingford costs £4.75.

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