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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Birmingham is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway via Guildford station and London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Alton to Birmingham?

The distance between Alton and Birmingham is 162 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Alton to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Alton to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Alton to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Birmingham is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Alton to Birmingham.

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

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Alton to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 13 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Alton to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alton to London Waterlootrain Alton - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 54m
£56–145
Drive 118.3 mi
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1. Drive from Alton to Birminghamcar 118.3 mi
2h 34m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk920 / ...
5h 24m
Line 13 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 38m
£63–93

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Distance: 161.1 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Alton, Hampshire, England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Alton to Birmingham New Street via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and London Heathrow Airport in around 5h 24m.

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