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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Highclere Castle is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Highclere Castle is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Thatcham Broadway via Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 2 and Blagrave Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Newbury via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Manchester to Highclere Castle?

The distance between Manchester and Highclere Castle is 204 miles. The road distance is 185.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Highclere Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Manchester to Highclere Castle, including transfers.

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

Manchester to Highclere Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

Manchester to Highclere Castle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Highclere Castle?

The best way to get from Manchester to Highclere Castle is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £85 - £160 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Manchester to Highclere Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Highclere Castle train arrive?

Manchester to Highclere Castle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Highclere Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Highclere Castle is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Manchester to Highclere Castle.

Where can I stay near Highclere Castle?

There are 822+ hotels available in Highclere Castle.

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Highclere Castle by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 13m
£121–171
Drive 184.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Highclere Castlecar 184.6 mi
3h 29m
£45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 43m
£89–159
Fly to Southampton Airport, train, line 32 bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Starbus
4h 5m
£108–222
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain
4h 19m
£103–347

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU) flights

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Distance: 202.8 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Highclere Castle via Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Reading RailAir, Blagrave Street, and Thatcham Broadway in around 7h 43m.

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