What is the cheapest way to get from Alton to St Ives?

The cheapest way to get from Alton to St Ives is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alton to St Ives?

The fastest way to get from Alton to St Ives is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and St Ives?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at The Terrace via Guildford station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and St Ives?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at St Erth via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

How far is it from Alton to St Ives?

The distance between Alton and St Ives is 273 miles. The road distance is 237.1 miles.

How do I travel from Alton to St Ives without a car?

The best way to get from Alton to St Ives without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 34m and costs £110 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Alton to St Ives?

It takes approximately 8h 34m to get from Alton to St Ives, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to St Ives bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to St Ives train from?

Alton to St Ives train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Alton to St Ives?

The best way to get from Alton to St Ives is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 34m and costs £110 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 29m.

Where does the Alton to St Ives bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton to St Ives train arrive?

Alton to St Ives train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Alton to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to St Ives is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Alton to St Ives.

Where can I stay near St Ives?

There are 2941+ hotels available in St Ives.

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

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Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
8h 34m
£111–236
Drive 235.8 mi
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1. Drive from Alton to St Ivescar 235.8 mi
4h 17m
£57–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Foundry Squarebus 406
11h 29m
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to St Erthtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 50m
£120–242

Alton to St Ives by bus, foot, and train

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8h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 271.8 mi
Duration: 8h 34m

What companies run services between Alton, Hampshire, England and St Ives, Cornwall, England?

You can take a bus from Drayman's Way to The Terrace via Bus Station, Basingstoke, Exeter St Davids, St Erth, and Interchange in around 8h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to The Terrace via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Foundry Square in around 11h 29m.

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