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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest is to bus which costs £27 - £90 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest station. However, there are services departing from Earl Street and arriving at Fire Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria, Canal Street and Victoria Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Retford via Strood and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest?

The distance between Maidstone and Sherwood Forest is 195 miles. The road distance is 176.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest, including transfers.

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

Maidstone to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

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

Maidstone to Sherwood Forest train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £90 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Maidstone to Sherwood Forest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Sherwood Forest train arrive?

Maidstone to Sherwood Forest train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Sherwood Forest is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Maidstone to Sherwood Forest.

Where can I stay near Sherwood Forest?

There are 1830+ hotels available in Sherwood Forest.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 41m
£86–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
8h 28m
£28–86
Drive 175.2 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Sherwood Forestcar 175.2 mi
3h 5m
£43–61
Train, line 14 bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Stroodtrain
2. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain
4. Take the train from Nottingham to Mansfieldtrain
5. Take the bus from Mansfield Bus Station to Fire Stationbus 15A / ...
5h 37m
£97–158
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to Lutontrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
9h 1m
£56–121

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Distance: 193.9 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone West to Sherwood Forest via Strood, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Retford in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Earl Street to Sherwood Forest via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Canal Street, Victoria Centre, Victoria Bus Station, and Fire Station in around 8h 28m.

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