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Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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18

train journeys
per day

175

miles (281 kms)

4hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

06:17 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

11

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Hill and Ellesmere Port , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port is approximately 175 miles (281 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 12 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Ellesmere Port.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:17
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    11:30
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    06:24
    5 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    11:30
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    08:28
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    10:17
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    15:30
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    10:24
    5 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    15:30
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    12:17
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    17:30
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    12:24
    5 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    17:30
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    14:17
    4 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    19:15
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    14:17
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    19:30
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    14:24
    5 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    19:30
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    20:38
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    17:24
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    22:38
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    17:28
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    22:38
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    17:32
    5 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    22:38
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    20:28
    9 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    06:12
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    21:28
    10 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    08:08
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    23:42
    9 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    09:08
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    23:56
    10 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    10:00
    Forest Hill
    Ellesmere Port
    Forest Hill to Ellesmere Port

About Forest Hill Station

Station name Forest Hill (FOH)
Address Forest Hill station, Devonshire Road, Forest Hill, Greater London, SE23 3HB
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:40 - 21:15
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Forest Hill and Ellesmere Port

The travel time between Forest Hill and Ellesmere Port by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Hill and Ellesmere Port vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

First class tickets on trains between Forest Hill and Ellesmere Port typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Forest Hill and Ellesmere Port can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Forest Hill & Ellesmere Port. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Ellesmere Port.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Forest Hill and Ellesmere Port, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.