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

The cheapest way to get from London to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £29 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from London to Forest of Dean Coalfield. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at The Barracks via Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

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

No, there is no direct train from London to Forest of Dean Coalfield. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Lydney via Gloucester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

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

The distance between London and Forest of Dean Coalfield is 144 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Forest of Dean Coalfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from London to Forest of Dean Coalfield, including transfers.

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

London to Forest of Dean Coalfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

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

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

Train or bus from London to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

The best way to get from London to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 7m.

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

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

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

London to Forest of Dean Coalfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gloucester station.

Can I drive from London to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Forest of Dean Coalfield is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from London to Forest of Dean Coalfield.

Where can I stay near Forest of Dean Coalfield?

There are 1597+ hotels available in Forest of Dean Coalfield.

London to Forest of Dean Coalfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Gloucestertrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 10m
£58–109
Drive 120.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London to Forest of Dean Coalfieldcar 120.5 mi
2h 32m
£30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Transport Hubbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to The Barracksbus 786
6h 7m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Gloucestertrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to The Barracksbus 786
4h 16m

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

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Distance: 143.6 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Gloucester hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to Forest of Dean Coalfield via Transport Hub and The Barracks in around 6h 7m.

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