What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Forest of Dean Coalfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at The Barracks via Frimley station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Forest of Dean Coalfield?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Lydney via Reading and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

The distance between Basingstoke and Forest of Dean Coalfield is 150 miles. The road distance is 90.9 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield bus from?

Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield train from?

Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Transport Hub station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield train arrive?

Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield.

Where can I stay near Forest of Dean Coalfield?

There are 1200+ hotels available in Forest of Dean Coalfield.

Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Lydneytrain Cardiff Central - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 27m
£56–119
Drive 90.4 mi
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1. Drive from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfieldcar 90.4 mi
1h 57m
£22–32
Train, bus via Oxford
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Oxfordtrain
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus X52
3. Take the bus from Transport Hub to The Barracksbus 786
7h 8m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Gloucestertrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to The Barracksbus 786
5h
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Transport Hubbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to The Barracksbus 786
7h 28m

Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 148.6 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Forest of Dean Coalfield, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Forest of Dean Coalfield via Reading, Newport (S Wales), Lydney, Railway Station, and New Fancy View in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Forest of Dean Coalfield via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Heathrow Terminal 5 station, Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Transport Hub, and The Barracks in around 7h 28m.

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