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How to get fromHarwich to Alton Waterby ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Harwich to Alton Water by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Ferry, line 98 bus

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Harwich Harbour Ferry Landing to Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landingferry ferry Hhf1 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bristol Arms to Compassesbus bus 98
    1h 45m

  2. Drive  17.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Harwich to Alton Watercar car 17.1 mi
    28 min
    £5–7

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Harwich to Alton Watertaxi taxi 17.1 mi
    28 min
    £75–95

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  • Distance: 10.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Harwich, England and Alton Water, England?

There is no direct connection from Harwich to Alton Water. However, you can take the ferry to Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing, walk to Bristol Arms, take the line 98 bus to Compasses, then take the taxi to Alton Water. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Alton Water.

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