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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Highclere Castle is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Highclere Castle is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at The Star via Sophia Gardens and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Highclere Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Highclere Castle. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Newbury via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Swansea to Highclere Castle?

The distance between Swansea and Highclere Castle is 179 miles. The road distance is 136.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Highclere Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Swansea to Highclere Castle, including transfers.

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

Swansea to Highclere Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

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

Swansea to Highclere Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Highclere Castle?

The best way to get from Swansea to Highclere Castle is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £100 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Swansea to Highclere Castle bus arrive?

Swansea to Highclere Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swansea to Highclere Castle train arrive?

Swansea to Highclere Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Highclere Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Highclere Castle is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Swansea to Highclere Castle.

Where can I stay near Highclere Castle?

There are 855+ hotels available in Highclere Castle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 20m
£88–148
Drive 135.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Highclere Castlecar 135.6 mi
2h 29m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Newburytrain
5h 49m
£62–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to The Mallsbus Cp3
6h 10m
£71–99

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Distance: 177.6 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Highclere Castle, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swansea to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Highclere Castle via Sophia Gardens, The Malls, Bus Station, and The Star in around 6h 10m.

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