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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Bolton is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Bolton is to train and fly which takes 4h 5m and costs £70 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Guildford station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Bolton via Waterloo station, London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Alton to Bolton?

The distance between Alton and Bolton is 244 miles. The road distance is 211 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Bolton without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 23m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Alton to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Bolton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to Bolton train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Bolton?

The best way to get from Alton to Bolton is to train via London which takes 4h 23m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Alton to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Bolton is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Alton to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Alton to Bolton - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Alton to London Waterlootrain Alton - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 23m
£90–169
Drive 209.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Boltoncar 209.7 mi
4h 11m
£51–74
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
9h 2m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Alton to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 5m
£71–276
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 56m
£107–161
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
9h 33m
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Alton to Wokingtrain
2. Take the train from Woking to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 31m
£107–236

Alton to Bolton by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 242.5 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Alton to Bolton via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Shiffnall Street via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 9h 2m.

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