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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Alton is to drive which costs £27 - £45 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Alton is to drive which takes 2h and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Alton. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Alton via London Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Margate to Alton?

The distance between Margate and Alton is 119 miles. The road distance is 116.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Alton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 33m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Margate to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Alton train from?

Margate to Alton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Where does the Margate to Alton train arrive?

Margate to Alton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Margate to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Alton is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Margate to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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Margate to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 479 bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Margate to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 33m
£56–118
Drive 115.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Margate to Altoncar 115.7 mi
2h
£28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 33m
£67–145
Train, line 479 bus
1. Take the train from Margate to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from Clock Tower to Friary Bus Stationbus 479
5h 29m
£52–100

Margate to Alton by train

132Weekly Trains

3h 33mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.8 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Margate to Alton via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 3h 33m.

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