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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Alton is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Alton. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Alton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Leicester to Alton?

The distance between Leicester and Alton is 149 miles. The road distance is 124.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Alton without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Leicester to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Alton bus from?

Leicester to Alton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Alton train from?

Leicester to Alton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Alton?

The best way to get from Leicester to Alton is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Leicester to Alton bus arrive?

Leicester to Alton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Leicester to Alton train arrive?

Leicester to Alton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Alton is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Leicester to Alton.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Alton?

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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Leicester to Alton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 9m
£71–127
Drive 123.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Altoncar 123.9 mi
2h 35m
£30–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X6
2. Take the train from Coventry to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 12m
£61–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
5h 43m
Bus via St Margaret's Bus Station
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
5h 58m

Leicester to Alton by bus, train, and foot

110Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Alton via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to High Street via London Heathrow Airport, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 5h 43m.

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