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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Cardiff is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Guildford station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Cardiff Central via Ash and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Alton to Cardiff?

The distance between Alton and Cardiff is 144 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Cardiff without a car is to line 13 bus and train which takes 3h 11m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Alton to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to Cardiff train from?

Alton to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Ash station.

Train or bus from Alton to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Alton to Cardiff is to bus which takes 5h 34m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Alton to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton to Cardiff train arrive?

Alton to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Alton to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Cardiff is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Alton to Cardiff.

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

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Alton to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, line 13 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Alton to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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Line 13 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 11m
£54–113
Drive 121.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Cardiffcar 121.7 mi
2h 23m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
5h 34m
Train
1. Take the train from Ash to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 22m
£59–126
Line 13 bus, train via Salisbury
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 51m
£57–118
Line 1 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marlandsbus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 21m
£55–105

Alton to Cardiff by bus, foot, and train

189Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.1 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Sophia Gardens via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alton to Cardiff Central via Ash and Reading in around 3h 22m.

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