What is the cheapest way to get from Alton to Aberystwyth?

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alton to Aberystwyth?

The fastest way to get from Alton to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Guildford station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Aberystwyth via Waterloo station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Alton to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Alton and Aberystwyth is 286 miles. The road distance is 188.3 miles.

How do I travel from Alton to Aberystwyth without a car?

The best way to get from Alton to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 53m and costs £100 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Alton to Aberystwyth?

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Alton to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Aberystwyth bus from?

Alton to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Alton to Aberystwyth train from?

Alton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Alton station.

Train or bus from Alton to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Alton to Aberystwyth is to train via London which takes 6h 53m and costs £100 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the Alton to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Alton to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Alton to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Alton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Alton to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Aberystwyth is 188 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Alton to Aberystwyth.

How do I get a train ticket from Alton to Aberystwyth?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Alton to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
6h 53m
£105–231
Drive 187.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Aberystwythcar 187.2 mi
4h 18m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
9h 58m
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
7h 37m
£113–178
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
10h 1m

Alton to Aberystwyth by train and subway

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Distance: 284.5 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Alton, Hampshire, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Alton to Aberystwyth via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 58m.

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