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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Highclere Castle is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Highclere Castle is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Mereside and arriving at The Star via Marks and Spencer and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Basingstoke via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Portland to Highclere Castle?

The distance between Portland and Highclere Castle is 120 miles. The road distance is 83.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Highclere Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Portland to Highclere Castle, including transfers.

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

Portland to Highclere Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marks and Spencer station.

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

Portland to Highclere Castle train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Weymouth station.

Train or bus from Portland to Highclere Castle?

The best way to get from Portland to Highclere Castle is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Portland to Highclere Castle bus arrive?

Portland to Highclere Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at The Malls station.

Where does the Portland to Highclere Castle train arrive?

Portland to Highclere Castle train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Portland to Highclere Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Highclere Castle is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Portland to Highclere Castle.

Where can I stay near Highclere Castle?

There are 349+ hotels available in Highclere Castle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Basingstoketrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
4h 47m
£62–117
Drive 82.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Highclere Castlecar 82.8 mi
1h 53m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marks and Spencer to The Mallsbus 035
5h 12m
£41–72
Train via Castle Cary
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Newburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
4h 51m
£62–108

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Distance: 119.6 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Portland, Dorset, England and Highclere Castle, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Weymouth to Basingstoke hourly. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Marks and Spencer to The Malls once daily. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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