What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Highclere Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Highclere Castle is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Highclere Castle?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Highclere Castle is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Thatcham Broadway via Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friar Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Newbury via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Colchester to Highclere Castle?

The distance between Colchester and Highclere Castle is 116 miles. The road distance is 125.4 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Highclere Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Highclere Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Highclere Castle?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Colchester to Highclere Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Highclere Castle bus from?

Colchester to Highclere Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Highclere Castle train from?

Colchester to Highclere Castle train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Highclere Castle?

The best way to get from Colchester to Highclere Castle is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £110 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Colchester to Highclere Castle bus arrive?

Colchester to Highclere Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Highclere Castle train arrive?

Colchester to Highclere Castle train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Highclere Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Highclere Castle is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Colchester to Highclere Castle.

Where can I stay near Highclere Castle?

There are 822+ hotels available in Highclere Castle.

Colchester to Highclere Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain London Paddington - Newbury / ...
2h 43m
£68–116
Drive 124.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Highclere Castlecar 124.7 mi
2h 43m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
5h 41m
£67–105
Bus, train, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from Bond Street Station to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Friar Street to Newbury Wharfbus 1
6h 26m
£67–123

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Distance: 115 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Highclere Castle, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Highclere Castle via Stratford, London Paddington, and Newbury in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Highclere Castle via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Reading RailAir, Friar Street, and Thatcham Broadway in around 5h 41m.

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