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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Alton is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Alton. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Basingstoke via Newton Abbot and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Paignton to Alton?

The distance between Paignton and Alton is 200 miles. The road distance is 152.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Alton without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 38m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Paignton to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Alton bus from?

Paignton to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Alton train from?

Paignton to Alton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Paignton to Alton?

The best way to get from Paignton to Alton is to train via Reading which takes 4h 38m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Paignton to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paignton to Alton train arrive?

Paignton to Alton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Alton is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Paignton to Alton.

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
4h 38m
£82–166
Drive 151.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paignton to Altoncar 151.4 mi
2h 45m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
8h 30m
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain Paignton - Exmouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 24m
£65–148

Paignton to Alton by train, foot, and bus

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £70–140 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Paignton to High Street via Newton Abbot, Rail Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 8h 30m.

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