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

The cheapest way to get from Lichfield to Alton is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lichfield to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Lichfield and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Lichfield station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Church Centre, Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Lichfield and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Lichfield to Alton. However, there are services departing from Lichfield City and arriving at Alton via Lichfield Trent Valley, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Lichfield to Alton?

The distance between Lichfield and Alton is 167 miles. The road distance is 129.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lichfield to Alton without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Lichfield to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lichfield to Alton bus from?

Lichfield to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Lichfield to Alton train from?

Lichfield to Alton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lichfield Trent Valley station.

Train or bus from Lichfield to Alton?

The best way to get from Lichfield to Alton is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h.

Where does the Lichfield to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lichfield to Alton train arrive?

Lichfield to Alton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Lichfield to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Lichfield to Alton is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Lichfield to Alton.

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

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Lichfield to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 13 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lichfield Trent Valley to London Eustontrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 38m
£55–154
Drive 129 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lichfield to Altoncar 129 mi
2h 43m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
7h
Train, line 13 bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 13
4h 46m
£68–108

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Distance: 165.8 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Lichfield City to Alton via Lichfield Trent Valley, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to High Street via Dale House, Church Centre, Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 7h.

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