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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £28 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at The Barracks via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Lydney via Crewe, Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

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

The distance between Chester and Forest of Dean Coalfield is 156 miles. The road distance is 118.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield, including transfers.

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

Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

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

Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

The best way to get from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 57m.

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

Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

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

Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield.

Where can I stay near Forest of Dean Coalfield?

There are 1595+ hotels available in Forest of Dean Coalfield.

Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Lydneytrain
5h 15m
£59–114
Drive 117.7 mi
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1. Drive from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfieldcar 117.7 mi
2h 34m
£29–41
Train, line 33 bus, line 746 bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Herefordtrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Cantilupe Roadbus 33
3. Take the bus from Cantilupe Road to Bus Stationbus 746
6h 27m
£42–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Gloucesterbus
3. Take the bus from Transport Hub to The Barracksbus 786
6h 57m

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

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Distance: 155 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Forest of Dean Coalfield via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Lydney, Railway Station, and New Fancy View in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Forest of Dean Coalfield via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Transport Hub, and The Barracks in around 6h 57m.

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