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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Leicester is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Guildford station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Leicester via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Alton to Leicester?

The distance between Alton and Leicester is 149 miles. The road distance is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Alton to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Leicester?

The best way to get from Alton to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Alton to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Leicester is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Alton to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Alton to Leicester 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 St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 50m
£70–126
Drive 124.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Leicestercar 124.3 mi
2h 35m
£30–44
Line 13 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Coventrytrain
3. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus X6
4h 59m
£61–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
5h 44m
Bus via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
6h 13m

Alton to Leicester by bus, foot, and train

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Alton to Leicester via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to St Margaret's Bus Station via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 44m.

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