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

The cheapest way to get from Slough to Sherwood Forest is to bus via Canal Street which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Slough to Sherwood Forest is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Slough and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Slough to Sherwood Forest station. However, there are services departing from Wellington Street Stop B and arriving at Fire Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Mansfield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Slough and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Slough to Sherwood Forest. However, there are services departing from Slough and arriving at Retford via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Slough to Sherwood Forest?

The distance between Slough and Sherwood Forest is 173 miles. The road distance is 142.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Slough to Sherwood Forest without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Slough to Sherwood Forest, including transfers.

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

Slough to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Slough to Sherwood Forest train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Slough to Sherwood Forest?

The best way to get from Slough to Sherwood Forest is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Slough to Sherwood Forest bus arrive?

Slough to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Mansfield Bus Station.

Where does the Slough to Sherwood Forest train arrive?

Slough to Sherwood Forest train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.

Can I drive from Slough to Sherwood Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Slough to Sherwood Forest is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Slough to Sherwood Forest.

Where can I stay near Sherwood Forest?

There are 1830+ hotels available in Sherwood Forest.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
2h 56m
£74–149
Bus via Canal Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
7h 30m
£21–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Mansfield Bus Stationbus 467
6h 27m
£30–70
Drive 141.8 mi
1. Drive from Slough to Sherwood Forestcar 141.8 mi
2h 48m
£35–50
Train, line 14 bus
1. Take the train from Slough to Farringdon Withouttrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Mansfieldtrain
4. Take the bus from Mansfield Bus Station to Fire Stationbus 15A / ...
5h 12m
£92–145

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Distance: 171.8 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Retford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Mansfield Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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