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Compare coach and train for London to Coleford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Coleford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 175 km
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£44 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book London to Coleford trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway operates all trains services from London to Coleford.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London to Coleford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Coleford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Coleford run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 37m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 21:54 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Train companies: Great Western Railway from London to Coleford trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London and Coleford from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
£31
Great Western Railway frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: London to Coleford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Coleford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Coleford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Coleford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from London to Coleford covers a distance of 175 km and takes approximately 2h 37m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from London to Coleford is 175 km.
The first train from London to Coleford leaves at 5:23.
The last train from London to Coleford departs at 21:54.
Trains from London to Coleford run approximately 17 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Coleford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Coleford.
To get from London to Coleford, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London to Coleford.
The train station in London that goes to Coleford is London Paddington (PAD), and it arrives at Lydney station (LYD).
The cheapest way to get from London to Coleford is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from London to Coleford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Coleford offers a scenic experience, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside of the Cotswolds and the lush landscapes of the Forest of Dean, providing travellers with beautiful views of rolling hills and charming villages.
A day trip from London to Coleford is not feasible due to a travel time of 2h 37m each way. However, there are 18 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 175 km.
To fully explore Coleford and its attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This duration allows time to visit local sites such as the Forest of Dean, Puzzlewood, and the Coleford Great Western Railway Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Coleford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Coleford
London
Coleford
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near Platform 1.
Public transport options for London Paddington
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:20 Saturday 06:20 - 20:20 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
Distance to city center
12 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access from main entrance to Ticket Office and platform 1 only. Subway with steps to all other platforms. Rear (Woodside) entrance - steps to all platforms. Step-free route from rear entrance to main entrance via public subway outside station. Nearest step-free stations are Anerley, West Norwood or East Croydon
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets on Platform 1
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Norwood Junction
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use bus stop A in Selhurst Road for buses towards East Croydon, Sutton and West Croydon Use bus stop B in Selhurst Road for buses towards Balham, Crystal Palace, New Cross Gate, Tulse Hill and London Bridge
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
5 km
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is limited and primarily for bicycles
- no dedicated car parking facilities.
Dining
- The Troubadour
- Over Under Coffee
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- Free
Hotel
- Hotel Indigo London Kensington
- The Nadler Kensington
- Park Grand London Kensington
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: entrance and ticket machines
- Hall 2: District line platforms
- Hall 3: Piccadilly line platforms
Public transport options for Earl's Court Underground Station
- London Underground: District Line, Piccadilly Line
- Bus: Several lines available
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