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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Alton is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Alton. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at High Street via South Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Alton. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Alton via Bournemouth and Woking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Dorset to Alton?

The distance between Dorset and Alton is 134 miles. The road distance is 73.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Alton without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Dorset to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Alton bus from?

Dorset to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Alton train from?

Dorset to Alton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Moreton (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Alton?

The best way to get from Dorset to Alton is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 13 bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Dorset to Alton bus arrive?

Dorset to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at The Malls station.

Where does the Dorset to Alton train arrive?

Dorset to Alton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Alton is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Dorset to Alton.

Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 482+ hotels available in Alton.

Dorset to Alton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 64 bus, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wokingtrain
3. Take the train from Woking to Altontrain
3h 42m
£67–139
Drive 72.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Altoncar 72.7 mi
1h 23m
£18–26
Train, line 64 bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Winchestertrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from The Broadway to Drayman's Waybus 64
4h 5m
£26–55
Bus, train, line 64 bus
1. Take the bus from Blue Vinny to Kings Statuebus Cr8
2. Take the train from Weymouth to Winchestertrain
3. Take the bus from The Broadway to Drayman's Waybus 64
4h 5m
Bus, line 13 bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to The Mallsbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 13
4h 51m
£19–44

Dorset to Alton by bus and train

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4h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133.1 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Alton via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Woking in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to High Street via South Station, The Malls, and Bus Station in around 4h 51m.

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