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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Alton is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Alton. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at High Street via Parkside, Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Alton. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Alton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Ely to Alton?

The distance between Ely and Alton is 120 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Alton without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Ely to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Alton bus from?

Ely to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Ely to Alton train from?

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

Train or bus from Ely to Alton?

The best way to get from Ely to Alton is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Ely to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ely to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ely to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Alton is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Ely to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 23m
£55–127
Drive 119.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Altoncar 119.7 mi
2h 16m
£30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
6h 58m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ely to Stansted Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Waterloo Stationbus A8
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain
4h 22m
£45–97

Ely to Alton by train, foot, and subway

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.8 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Alton via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to High Street via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 6h 58m.

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