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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Alton is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at High Street via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Alton. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Alton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Alton?

The distance between Canterbury and Alton is 120 miles. The road distance is 101.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Alton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 59m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Canterbury to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Alton bus from?

Canterbury to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Alton train from?

Canterbury to Alton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Alton?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Alton is to train via London which takes 2h 59m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Canterbury to Alton bus arrive?

Canterbury to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Alton train arrive?

Canterbury to Alton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Alton is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Canterbury to Alton.

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

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

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Canterbury to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
2h 59m
£56–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Mallsbus 035
6h 12m
£24–57
Drive 101 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Altoncar 101 mi
1h 45m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 28m
£54–114

Canterbury to Alton by train, foot, and subway

145Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.4 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Alton via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to High Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, The Malls, and Bus Station in around 6h 12m.

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