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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Alton is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Alton is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Alton. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Basingstoke via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Penzance to Alton?

The distance between Penzance and Alton is 303 miles. The road distance is 239.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Alton without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Penzance to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Alton bus from?

Penzance to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Alton train from?

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

Train or bus from Penzance to Alton?

The best way to get from Penzance to Alton is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 53m.

Where does the Penzance to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Penzance to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penzance to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Alton is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Penzance to Alton.

Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 484+ hotels available in Alton.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
6h 25m
£129–244
Drive 237.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penzance to Altoncar 237.9 mi
4h 17m
£58–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
10h 53m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Penzance to Trurotrain
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NQY - LHR
9h 1m
£167–389
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
7h 23m
£111–234

Penzance to Alton by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 301.1 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Reading every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–230 and the journey takes 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 10h 53m.

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