Directions

The nearest train station is Creswell (Derbyshire). Creswell is on the Robin Hood Line, which runs an hourly service between Nottingham and Worksop. From Creswell Station, there is a 2 mile (45 minutes) walk through Creswell Crags’ picturesque limestone gorge.

By Road

Nestled in the heart of Sherwood Forest in Nottinghamshire, Welbeck is conveniently located on the A60, just 15 minutes from the A1 and M1.

By Bus

Bus services operate between Worksop, Creswell and surrounding towns.

The Stagecoach 209 service runs between Worksop and Edwinstowe, calling at stops around the Welbeck Estate, including Dukeries Garden Centre, Main Gates Lodge. The service operates Monday to Saturday, including Good Friday, and does not currently run on Sundays.

Buses generally run every two hours, although stopping patterns and journey times vary. Please check the latest 209 timetable and service updates with Stagecoach before travelling.

Routes and timetables can change, particularly at weekends and on public holidays, so please check the latest information with Traveline or the relevant bus operator before travelling.

Please use a journey planner to check the most suitable route and onward connection for your visit.

By Rail

The nearest train station is Creswell (Derbyshire). Creswell is on the Robin Hood Line, which runs an hourly service between Nottingham and Worksop. From Creswell Station, there is a 2 mile (45 minutes) walk through Creswell Crags’ picturesque limestone gorge.

Trains to Retford are very convenient. Retford is on the East Coast Main Line, approximately 1.5 hours from London Kings Cross. We recommend booking a taxi for onwards travel. The drive from Retford is approximately 30 minutes.

Chesterfield Station is located on the East Midlands Railway route from London St Pancras to Sheffield. The local railway station in Worksop is on the Sheffield to Lincoln line.

Please note: It is advisable to pre-book a taxi for your journey from your arrival station to Welbeck. We recommend Hinchcliffe Taxi's of Retford, 01777 702 049 and Nunn's Taxis, Worksop, 01909 500 005.

Journey times and prices vary according to the time of day – please check the National Rail website, call 03457 484 950, or download an app such as trainline.com from your smartphone app store.