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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Alton is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Alton. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Alton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Alton?

The distance between Birmingham and Alton is 162 miles. The road distance is 119.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Alton without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Birmingham to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Alton bus from?

Birmingham to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Alton train from?

Birmingham to Alton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Alton?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Alton is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Birmingham to Alton bus arrive?

Birmingham to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Alton train arrive?

Birmingham to Alton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Alton is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Birmingham to Alton.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Alton?

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 11m
£58–145
Drive 118.6 mi
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1. Drive from Birmingham to Altoncar 118.6 mi
2h 34m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
5h 18m
Train, line 13 bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cemeterybus 13
3h 17m
£64–90

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Distance: 161.1 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Alton via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 5h 18m.

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