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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Alton is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Alton. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Alton via Reading and Ash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Alton?

The distance between Cheltenham and Alton is 119 miles. The road distance is 82.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Alton without a car is to train and line 13 bus which takes 3h 12m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Cheltenham to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Alton bus from?

Cheltenham to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Alton train from?

Cheltenham to Alton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Alton?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Alton is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Alton train arrive?

Cheltenham to Alton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Alton is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Cheltenham to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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Cheltenham to Alton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 13 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 13 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cemeterybus 13
3h 12m
£46–91
Drive 81.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Altoncar 81.6 mi
1h 41m
£20–29
Bus, train, line 13 bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus X52
2. Take the train from Oxford to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 13
4h 55m
£28–43
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Ashtrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
4h 2m
£52–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
5h 3m

Cheltenham to Alton by train, foot, and bus

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Alton via Reading and Ash in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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