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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to drive which costs £11 - £16 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £11 - £16.

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

The distance between Cardiff and Forest of Dean Coalfield is 48 miles. The road distance is 44.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield without a car is to train and line 27 bus which takes 2h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield.

Where can I stay near Forest of Dean Coalfield?

There are 1044+ hotels available in Forest of Dean Coalfield.

Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield - 4 ways to travel via train

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 27 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to LydneyCardiff Central - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to New Fancy View27
2h 16m
Drive 44.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield44.5 mi
1h 4m
£12–16
Bus, train, line 27 bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Queensway Q1
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Lydney
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to New Fancy View27
3h 16m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield44.5 mi
1h 4m
£95–120

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Distance: 47.7 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

There is no direct connection from Cardiff to Forest of Dean Coalfield. However, you can take the train to Lydney, walk to Railway Station, take the line 27 bus to New Fancy View, then walk to Forest of Dean Coalfield. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Forest of Dean Coalfield via Queensway Q1, Newport (S Wales), Lydney, Railway Station, and New Fancy View in around 3h 16m.

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