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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Scarborough is to train and bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Scarborough is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at West Square Stop V via Guildford station, London Heathrow Airport and Rougier Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Scarborough via Waterloo station, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Alton to Scarborough?

The distance between Alton and Scarborough is 280 miles. The road distance is 261.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Scarborough without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 5m and costs £80 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Alton to Scarborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to Scarborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Scarborough?

The best way to get from Alton to Scarborough is to train via London which takes 5h 5m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Alton to Scarborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton to Scarborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Scarborough is 262 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Alton to Scarborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 1996+ hotels available in Scarborough.

Alton to Scarborough - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Alton to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Scarboroughtrain
5h 5m
£85–165
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alton to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to West Square Stop Vbus 843
9h 39m
£49–103
Drive 260.2 mi
1. Drive from Alton to Scarboroughcar 260.2 mi
5h 2m
£63–91
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Scarboroughtrain
6h 27m
£97–340
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Doncastertrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Scarboroughtrain Sheffield - Scarborough
8h 44m
£144–238
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Yorkbus
3. Take the bus from Rougier Street to West Square Stop Vbus 843
11h 5m
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Scarboroughtrain
7h 20m
£103–338
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Woking to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4. Take the train from York to Scarboroughtrain
6h 53m
£153–360
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Woking to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Scarboroughtrain
7h 46m
£139–298

Alton to Scarborough by bus, foot, and train

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8h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.8 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Alton to Scarborough via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and York in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to West Square Stop V via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, York, and Rougier Street in around 11h 5m.

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