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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Raby Street and arriving at Newbury Wharf via Milton Keynes Coachway, George Street, Market Place and Becquerel Avenue Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Newbury via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Highclere Castle is 206 miles. The road distance is 185.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle, including transfers.

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

Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Raby Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castle.

Where can I stay near Highclere Castle?

There are 820+ hotels available in Highclere Castle.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater 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 / ...
5h 16m
£120–176
Drive 184.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Highclere Castlecar 184.3 mi
3h 20m
£45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Raby Street to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
7h 30m
£54–111
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 25m
£109–235
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 43m
£109–350

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

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Distance: 204.7 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Greater 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 Raby Street to Highclere Castle via Milton Keynes Coachway, Gloucester Green Bus Station, George Street, Market Place, Becquerel Avenue Terminus, and Newbury Wharf in around 7h 30m.

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