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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Alton Station is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Alton Station is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Alton Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Alton Station station. However, there are services departing from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and arriving at Rail Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Alton Station?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Alton Station. 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 Station?

The distance between Cambridge and Alton Station is 106 miles. The road distance is 103.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Alton Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Alton Station bus from?

Cambridge to Alton Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Alton Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to Alton Station?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Alton Station is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Cambridge to Alton Station bus arrive?

Cambridge to Alton Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Cambridge to Alton Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Alton Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Alton Station is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Cambridge to Alton Station.

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

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

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Train
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
£48–111
Drive 103.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Alton Stationcar 103.3 mi
1h 52m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
4h 54m
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
£44–92
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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 14m

Cambridge to Alton Station by train, foot, and subway

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2h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Alton Station, 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 Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Rail Station via London Heathrow Airport, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 4h 54m.

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