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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Luton is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Luton is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Luton station. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Guildford station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Luton. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Luton via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Alton to Luton?

The distance between Alton and Luton is 79 miles. The road distance is 69.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Luton without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Alton to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Luton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to Luton train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Luton?

The best way to get from Alton to Luton is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 65 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h.

Where does the Alton to Luton bus arrive?

Alton to Luton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Guildford station.

Where does the Alton to Luton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Luton is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Alton to Luton.

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

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Alton to Luton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 65 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Alton to Luton 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 West Hampstead Thameslink to Lutontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 6m
£37–89
Drive 69.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Lutoncar 69.4 mi
1h 13m
£17–25
Line 65 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Guildford stationbus 65
2. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
4h
Bus, line 724 bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Watford Junction stationbus 724 / ...
3. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Church Streetbus 321
5h 10m

Alton to Luton by train and subway

200Weekly Services

2h 6mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 78.8 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Alton to Luton via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, West Hampstead station, and West Hampstead Thameslink in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Luton Station Interchange via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h.

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