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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Alton is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Alton. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Alton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Dover to Alton?

The distance between Dover and Alton is 127 miles. The road distance is 114.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Alton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 10m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Dover to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Alton train from?

Dover to Alton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Where does the Dover to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Alton is 115 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Dover to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 483+ hotels available in Alton.

Dover to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 65 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover to Alton by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 10m
£60–131
Drive 114.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Altoncar 114.2 mi
1h 55m
£28–41
Train, bus, line 65 bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Tonbridgetrain
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Friary Bus Stationbus 32
3. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to High Streetbus 65
5h 36m
£46–83
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 36m
£59–122

Dover to Alton by train, foot, and subway

118Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.3 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Alton via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 10m.

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