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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Alton is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Alton. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Onslow Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Alton. However, there are services departing from Exeter Central and arriving at Alton via Woking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Exeter to Alton?

The distance between Exeter and Alton is 170 miles. The road distance is 130 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Alton without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Exeter to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Alton bus from?

Exeter to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Alton train from?

Exeter to Alton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Exeter Central station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Alton?

The best way to get from Exeter to Alton is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Exeter to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Alton train arrive?

Exeter to Alton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Woking station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Alton is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Exeter to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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Exeter to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 32 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Wokingtrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
3h 45m
£62–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
6h 59m
£31–50
Drive 129.3 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Altoncar 129.3 mi
2h 23m
£32–46
Train, line 32 bus, line 13 bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newburytrain
2. Take the bus from Market Street to Bus Stationbus 32
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 13
5h
£55–98

Exeter to Alton by train

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Distance: 169.1 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Exeter Central to Woking every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–120 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Onslow Street in around 6h 59m.

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