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

The cheapest way to get from Banbury to Alton is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banbury to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Banbury and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Banbury to Alton. However, there are services departing from Banbury and arriving at Alton via Reading and Ash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Banbury to Alton?

The distance between Banbury and Alton is 85 miles. The road distance is 75.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Banbury to Alton without a car is to train and line 13 bus which takes 2h 23m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Banbury to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banbury to Alton train from?

Banbury to Alton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.

Where does the Banbury to Alton train arrive?

Banbury to Alton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Banbury to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Banbury to Alton is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Banbury to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 484+ hotels available in Alton.

Banbury to Alton - 3 ways to travel via train, line 13 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Banbury to Alton by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 13 bus
best
1. Take the train from Banbury to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cemeterybus 13
2h 23m
£38–54
Drive 74.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Banbury to Altoncar 74.8 mi
1h 52m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Banbury to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Ashtrain
3. Take the train from Ash to Altontrain
3h 16m
£37–73

Banbury to Alton by train, foot, and bus

110Weekly Services

2h 23mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.2 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Banbury to Alton via Reading and Ash in around 3h 16m.

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