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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Alton is to line 13 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Alton is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Alton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at High Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Alton. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Alton via Woking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Alton?

The distance between Basingstoke and Alton is 19 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Alton without a car is to line 13 bus which takes 47 min and costs £2 - £4.

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

The line 13 bus from Bus Station to High Street takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Alton bus from?

Basingstoke to Alton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Alton train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Alton?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Alton is to line 13 bus which takes 47 min and costs £2 - £4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Alton bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Alton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Alton train arrive?

Basingstoke to Alton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Woking station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Alton is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Basingstoke to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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Basingstoke to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 13 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Alton by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 13 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 13
47 min
£2–4
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Woking to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton / ...
1h 34m
£19–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basingstoke to Altontaxi 12.3 mi
20 min
£28–35
Drive 12.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Altoncar 12.3 mi
20 min
£3–5

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Distance: 19 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Stagecoach South operates a bus from Bus Station to High Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Alton via Woking in around 1h 34m.

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