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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Alton is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Alton. However, there are services departing from Parkside 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 Cambridge and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Alton. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Alton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Alton?

The distance between Cambridge and Alton is 106 miles. The road distance is 104.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Alton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Cambridge to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Alton bus from?

Cambridge to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Alton train from?

Cambridge to Alton train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Alton?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Alton is to train via London which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Cambridge to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Alton train arrive?

Cambridge to Alton train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Alton is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Cambridge to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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There are 5 ways to get from Cambridge to Alton by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
2h 58m
£46–110
Drive 103.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Altoncar 103.6 mi
1h 53m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
5h 18m
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Farringdontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 11m
£50–107
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Tottenham Haletrain
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Hale Station to Waterloo Stationbus A8
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain
3h 48m
£44–91

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Distance: 105 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Alton via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside 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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