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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Alton is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Alton station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Woking Railway Station Southside via Park Parade and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Alton. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Alton via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Alton?

The distance between Harpenden and Alton is 74 miles. The road distance is 66.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Alton without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Harpenden to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Alton bus from?

Harpenden to Alton bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Old Cock Inn station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Alton train from?

Harpenden to Alton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Alton?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Alton is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 321 bus and line 724 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Harpenden to Alton bus arrive?

Harpenden to Alton bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Park Parade station.

Where does the Harpenden to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harpenden to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Alton is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Harpenden to Alton.

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

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Harpenden to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 321 bus, and line 724 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
2h 15m
£35–85
Drive 65.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harpenden to Altoncar 65.8 mi
1h 14m
£16–23
Line 321 bus, line 724 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Park Paradebus 321
2. Take the bus from Park Parade to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 724 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Woking Railway Station Southsidebus Ra2
4h 13m
Bus, line 65 bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
3. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to High Streetbus 65
4h 38m

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Distance: 73.2 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Alton hourly. Tickets cost £19–45 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Alton via Park Parade, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Woking Railway Station Southside, and Woking in around 4h 13m.

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