What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Fire Station via London Victoria, Canal Street and Victoria Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Retford via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest?

The distance between Basingstoke and Sherwood Forest is 202 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £85 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest bus from?

Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest train from?

Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest train arrive?

Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest.

Where can I stay near Sherwood Forest?

There are 1829+ hotels available in Sherwood Forest.

Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 59m
£85–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
7h 5m
£30–90
Drive 162.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forestcar 162.3 mi
2h 58m
£40–57
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
5h 54m
£102–148
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Take the bus from Woking Railway Station Southside to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Victoria Bus Station to Visitor Centrebus Sa
8h 20m

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Sherwood Forest via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Retford in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Sherwood Forest via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Canal Street, Victoria Centre, Victoria Bus Station, and Fire Station in around 7h 5m.

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