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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Sherwood Forest station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Fire Station via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Canal Street and Victoria Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Retford via Liverpool Street station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest?

The distance between Chelmsford and Sherwood Forest is 183 miles. The road distance is 140 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest, including transfers.

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

Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest train arrive?

Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest.

Where can I stay near Sherwood Forest?

There are 1828+ hotels available in Sherwood Forest.

Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 11m
£79–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 47m
£29–68
Drive 139.2 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forestcar 139.2 mi
2h 30m
£34–49
Bus, train, line 14 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain
4. Take the train from Nottingham to Mansfieldtrain
5. Take the bus from Mansfield Bus Station to Fire Stationbus 15A / ...
6h 56m
£91–136

Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest by bus and foot

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Distance: 182.4 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Sherwood Forest via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Retford in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sherwood Forest via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Canal Street, Victoria Centre, Victoria Bus Station, and Fire Station in around 6h 47m.

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