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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Salcombe is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Salcombe is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Guildford station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coronation Road opp Town Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

How far is it from Alton to Salcombe?

The distance between Alton and Salcombe is 221 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Salcombe without a car is to train and line 164 bus which takes 5h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Alton to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Salcombe bus from?

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

Where does the Alton to Salcombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Salcombe is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Alton to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1585+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Alton to Salcombe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 164 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Alton to Salcombe by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 164 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Totnestrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Beadon Crossbus 164
5h 48m
Drive 171.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Salcombecar 171.5 mi
3h 7m
£42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 501
9h 54m
Train, line 164 bus via Exeter
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
3. Take the bus from Station Road to Shadycombe Roadbus 164
6h 36m

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Distance: 219.3 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Shadycombe Road via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coronation Road opp Town Mill in around 9h 54m.

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