What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Highclere?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Highclere is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Highclere?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Highclere is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £24 - £35.

How far is it from Cardiff to Highclere?

The distance between Cardiff and Highclere is 131 miles. The road distance is 98.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Highclere without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Highclere without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Highclere?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Cardiff to Highclere, including transfers.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Highclere?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Highclere is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 1 bus, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 4h 53m.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Highclere?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Highclere is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Cardiff to Highclere.

Where can I stay near Highclere?

There are 284+ hotels available in Highclere.

Cardiff to Highclere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Highclere by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to NewburyReading - Newbury / ...
2h 19m
£53–125
Bus, line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUk042
2. Take the bus from St Marys Butts to Newbury Wharf1
4h 53m
£24–46
Drive 97.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Highclere97.6 mi
1h 47m
£25–36
Train via Westbury
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Westbury (Wilts)Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to NewburyTotnes - London Paddington / ...
3h 17m
£53–98

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 130.7 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Highclere, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Highclere via Reading and Newbury in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Highclere via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride, St Marys Butts, and Newbury Wharf in around 4h 53m.

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