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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Sherwood Forest is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Sherwood Forest is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Sherwood Forest station. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Fire Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Mansfield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Sherwood Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Sherwood Forest. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Retford via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Swindon to Sherwood Forest?

The distance between Swindon and Sherwood Forest is 232 miles. The road distance is 132 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Sherwood Forest without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Swindon to Sherwood Forest, including transfers.

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

Swindon to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

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

Swindon to Sherwood Forest train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Sherwood Forest?

The best way to get from Swindon to Sherwood Forest is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Swindon to Sherwood Forest bus arrive?

Swindon to Sherwood Forest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Sherwood Forest train arrive?

Swindon to Sherwood Forest train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Sherwood Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Sherwood Forest is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Swindon to Sherwood Forest.

Where can I stay near Sherwood Forest?

There are 1830+ hotels available in Sherwood Forest.

Swindon to Sherwood Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swindon to Sherwood Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 35m
£101–187
Drive 131.2 mi
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1. Drive from Swindon to Sherwood Forestcar 131.2 mi
2h 57m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Burton-on-Trenttrain
3. Take the bus from Corporation Street to Mansfield Bus Stationbus 9.1 / ...
6h 53m
£73–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Mansfield Bus Stationbus 467
7h 27m
£43–105

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Distance: 230.3 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Sherwood Forest via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Retford in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Sherwood Forest via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Mansfield Bus Station, and Fire Station in around 7h 27m.

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