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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Alton is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Alton is to fly and train and line 13 bus which takes 3h 54m and costs £85 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Alton. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Alton. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Alton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Manchester to Alton?

The distance between Manchester and Alton is 233 miles. The road distance is 202.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Alton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 59m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Manchester to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Alton bus from?

Manchester to Alton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Alton train from?

Manchester to Alton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Alton?

The best way to get from Manchester to Alton is to train via London which takes 3h 59m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Manchester to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Alton is 203 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Manchester to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 59m
£86–160
Drive 201.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Altoncar 201.5 mi
4h 8m
£49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
7h 48m
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Woking to Altontrain
4h 7m
£68–268
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 54m
£109–152
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
8h 6m
Fly to Southampton Airport, train, line 13 bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cemeterybus
3h 54m
£87–196

Manchester to Alton by train and subway

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 231.5 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Alton via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to High Street via London Heathrow Airport, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 7h 48m.

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