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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Harwell is to line 13 bus and line 32 bus and bus which costs £6 - £12 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Harwell is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Harwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Harwell. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at High Street via Bus Station and Newbury Wharf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Harwell?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Harwell. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Didcot Parkway via Farnham, Ash and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Alton to Harwell?

The distance between Alton and Harwell is 55 miles. The road distance is 43.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Harwell without a car is to line 13 bus and train which takes 2h 15m and costs £16 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Alton to Harwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Harwell bus from?

Alton to Harwell bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Drayman's Way station.

Where do I catch the Alton to Harwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Harwell?

The best way to get from Alton to Harwell is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £21 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 13 bus and line 32 bus and bus, which costs £6 - £12 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Alton to Harwell bus arrive?

Alton to Harwell bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Alton to Harwell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to Harwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Harwell is 44 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Alton to Harwell.

Where can I stay near Harwell?

There are 1297+ hotels available in Harwell.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Alton to Harwell by bus, train, car, or taxi

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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 Didcot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 15m
£17–36
Line 13 bus, line 32 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newbury Wharfbus 32
3. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to High Streetbus X34
3h 22m
£7–11
Train
1. Take the train from Ash to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Didcot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 51m
£22–49
Drive 43.3 mi
1. Drive from Alton to Harwellcar 43.3 mi
55 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alton to Harwelltaxi 43.3 mi
55 min
£190–240

Alton to Harwell by bus, foot, and train

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2h 15mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.9 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Alton, Hampshire, England and Harwell, Oxfordshire, England?

You can take a train from Alton to High Street via Farnham, Ash, Reading, Didcot Parkway, and Parkway Station in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to High Street via Bus Station and Newbury Wharf in around 3h 22m.

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