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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sherwood Forest is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sherwood Forest is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Sherwood Forest station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Fire Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Canal Street and Victoria Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sherwood Forest?

The distance between Cardiff and Sherwood Forest is 196 miles. The road distance is 176.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sherwood Forest without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 35m and costs £85 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Cardiff to Sherwood Forest, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff to Sherwood Forest bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sherwood Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sherwood Forest is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cardiff to Sherwood Forest.

Where can I stay near Sherwood Forest?

There are 1829+ hotels available in Sherwood Forest.

Cardiff to Sherwood Forest - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Sherwood Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Burton-on-Trenttrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Corporation Street to Mansfield Bus Stationbus 9.1 / ...
6h 35m
£88–126
Drive 175.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sherwood Forestcar 175.3 mi
3h 21m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 150 / ...
8h 27m
£45–103

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Distance: 195.2 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Sherwood Forest via Birmingham Coach Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Canal Street, Victoria Centre, Victoria Bus Station, and Fire Station in around 8h 27m.

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