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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at The Barracks via Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Lydney via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

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

The distance between Sheffield and Forest of Dean Coalfield is 160 miles. The road distance is 143.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield, including transfers.

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

Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

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

Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 52m.

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

Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

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

Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield.

Where can I stay near Forest of Dean Coalfield?

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

Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Cheltenham Spatrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Lydneytrain Cheltenham Spa - Cardiff Central
4h 30m
£77–112
Drive 142.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfieldcar 142.8 mi
2h 57m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Transport Hubbus 100
3. Take the bus from Transport Hub to The Barracksbus 786
6h 52m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain
3. Take the bus from Transport Hub to The Barracksbus 786
5h 12m

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

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Distance: 159.3 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Forest of Dean Coalfield via Cheltenham Spa, Lydney, Railway Station, and New Fancy View in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Forest of Dean Coalfield via Birmingham Coach Station, Transport Hub, and The Barracks in around 6h 52m.

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