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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Alton is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Alton. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Alton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Alton?

The distance between Peterborough and Alton is 126 miles. The road distance is 127.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Alton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Peterborough to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Alton train from?

Peterborough to Alton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Where does the Peterborough to Alton train arrive?

Peterborough to Alton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Alton is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Peterborough to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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Peterborough to Alton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 13 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Peterborough to Alton by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
2h 53m
£41–132
Drive 126.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peterborough to Altoncar 126.4 mi
2h 14m
£31–44
Train, bus, line 13 bus
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Mallsbus 035
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 13
4h 42m
£35–118
Train
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Farringdontrain Peterborough - Horsham
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 24m
£60–125
Train, subway, bus
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Finsbury Parktrain
2. Take the subway from Finsbury Park station to Heathrow Terminals 1-2-3 stationsubway
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
5h 8m

Peterborough to Alton by train and bus

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 125.6 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Peterborough to Alton via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 53m.

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