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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Lincoln is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Lincoln is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via Guildford station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Lincoln Central via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Alton to Lincoln?

The distance between Alton and Lincoln is 187 miles. The road distance is 180.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Lincoln without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Alton to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Lincoln bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to Lincoln train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Alton to Lincoln is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Alton to Lincoln bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton to Lincoln train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Lincoln is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Alton to Lincoln.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Alton to Lincoln 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 King's Cross to Lincoln Centraltrain London Kings Cross - Lincoln Central
4h 25m
£65–116
Drive 179.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Lincolncar 179.4 mi
3h 11m
£44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Station Car Parkbus 451
8h 14m
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Alton to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Lincoln Centraltrain
5h 7m
£79–172
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Lincoln Centraltrain
8h 19m

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Distance: 185.5 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Alton to Lincoln Central via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Rail Station Car Park via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 8h 14m.

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