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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Cheltenham is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Guildford station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Farnham, Ash and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Alton to Cheltenham?

The distance between Alton and Cheltenham is 119 miles. The road distance is 80.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Cheltenham without a car is to line 13 bus and train which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Alton to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Cheltenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Alton to Cheltenham is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Alton to Cheltenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Cheltenham is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Alton to Cheltenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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Alton to Cheltenham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 13 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Alton to Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
3h 48m
£44–93
Drive 80.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Cheltenhamcar 80.1 mi
1h 48m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
5h 10m
Train
1. Take the train from Ash to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 24m
£49–106
Line 13 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Oxfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus X52
5h 22m
£28–42

Alton to Cheltenham by bus, foot, and train

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3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.7 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Royal Well Bus Station via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alton to Cheltenham Spa via Farnham, Ash, and Reading in around 4h 24m.

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