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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to York is to bus via Milton Keynes which costs £40 - £120 and takes 9h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to York is to train via London which takes 3h 37m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to York. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at York via Guildford station and London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and York?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to York. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at York via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Alton to York?

The distance between Alton and York is 239 miles. The road distance is 229 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to York without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 37m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Alton to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to York bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alton to York train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to York?

The best way to get from Alton to York is to train via London which takes 3h 37m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Alton to York bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alton to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to York is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Alton to York.

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

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Where can I stay near York?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Alton to London Waterlootrain Alton - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 37m
£71–141
Bus via Milton Keynes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Stationbus 561
9h 28m
£44–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Yorkbus Ukn14
8h 53m
Drive 227.7 mi
1. Drive from Alton to Yorkcar 227.7 mi
4h 22m
£56–80
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Alton to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4h 59m
£83–320
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 57m
£129–188
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 Airport to Yorktrain
5h 47m
£92–311
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
5h 25m
£139–340
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 Airport to Yorktrain
6h 13m
£128–281
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Yorktrain
6h 42m
£151–436

Alton to York by train, subway, and foot

200Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.3 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Alton to York via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to York via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and London Heathrow Airport in around 8h 53m.

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