Commuting from Forest Gate to King’s Cross

Forest Gate is a leafy East London area transformed by the Elizabeth line. It’s a great spot if you want quick access to central London without Shoreditch prices.

🚆 Average commute times

• Elizabeth Line: 23–28 minutes via Farringdon
• Cycle: around 35 minutes
• Driving: roughly 45–60 minutes

🏠 Property snapshot

Expect Victorian terraces and family homes with gardens. Prices are rising fast, but Forest Gate still offers better value than neighbouring Wanstead or Leytonstone.

✨ Insider tip

Look near Forest Gate station for the fastest access to the Elizabeth Line. Combine with Commutable to filter listings by live travel time to King’s Cross.

👉 Add Commutable — free to see commute times directly on Rightmove.