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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Alton is to line 65 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Alton is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Alton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Friary Bus Station station and arriving at High Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Alton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Guildford and arriving at Alton. Services depart every four hours, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Guildford to Alton?

The distance between Guildford and Alton is 21 miles. The road distance is 20.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Alton without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £20.

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

The train from Guildford to Alton takes 37 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Alton bus from?

Guildford to Alton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Friary Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Alton train from?

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

Train or bus from Guildford to Alton?

The best way to get from Guildford to Alton is to train which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £20. Alternatively, you can line 65 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Guildford to Alton bus arrive?

Guildford to Alton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Guildford to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Guildford to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Alton is 20 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Guildford to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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Guildford to Alton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 65 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Altontrain Guildford - Alton
37 min
£8–20
Line 65 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to High Streetbus 65
52 min
£2–4
Drive 20.3 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Altoncar 20.3 mi
26 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Guildford to Altontaxi 20.3 mi
26 min
£40–55
Train via Aldershot
1. Take the train from Guildford to Aldershottrain Guildford - Farnham / ...
2. Take the train from Aldershot to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton / ...
57 min
£8–19

Guildford to Alton by train

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Distance: 20.8 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Guildford to Alton every 4 hours. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South operates a bus from Friary Bus Station to High Street hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 52 min.

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