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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Bus Station via Guildford station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Shrewsbury via Waterloo station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Alton to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Alton and Shrewsbury is 205 miles. The road distance is 156.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Alton to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Shrewsbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Alton to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Alton to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Shrewsbury is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Alton to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alton to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
4h 9m
£70–180
Drive 155.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Shrewsburycar 155.6 mi
3h 15m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 409
7h 38m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Alton to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
5h 49m
£85–299
Line 13 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
4h 53m
£77–128

Alton to Shrewsbury by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 203.6 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Alton to Shrewsbury via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Bus Station via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 38m.

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