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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Highclere Castle is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Highclere Castle is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Newbury Wharf via Milton Keynes Coachway, St Aldates and Parkway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Newbury via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Leicester to Highclere Castle?

The distance between Leicester and Highclere Castle is 161 miles. The road distance is 107.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Highclere Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Leicester to Highclere Castle, including transfers.

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

Leicester to Highclere Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

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

Leicester to Highclere Castle train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Highclere Castle?

The best way to get from Leicester to Highclere Castle is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Leicester to Highclere Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Highclere Castle train arrive?

Leicester to Highclere Castle train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Highclere Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Highclere Castle is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Leicester to Highclere Castle.

Where can I stay near Highclere Castle?

There are 343+ hotels available in Highclere Castle.

Leicester to Highclere Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain London Paddington - Newbury / ...
2h 55m
£89–142
Drive 107.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Highclere Castlecar 107.1 mi
1h 57m
£27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
3. Take the bus from Parkway Station to Newbury Wharfbus X34 / ...
5h 42m
£36–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the train from Coventry to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 48m
£68–100
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3. Take the bus from Friar Street to Newbury Wharfbus 1
5h 46m
£56–75

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Highclere Castle via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Newbury in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Highclere Castle via Milton Keynes Coachway, Gloucester Green Bus Station, St Aldates, Parkway Station, and Newbury Wharf in around 5h 42m.

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