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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Alton is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Alton is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Alton. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Basingstoke via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Alton?

The distance between Plymouth and Alton is 224 miles. The road distance is 173.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Alton without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Plymouth to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Alton bus from?

Plymouth to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Alton train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Alton?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Alton is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Plymouth to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Plymouth to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Alton is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Plymouth to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 483+ hotels available in Alton.

Plymouth to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
4h 24m
£94–176
Drive 172.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plymouth to Altoncar 172.1 mi
3h 6m
£42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
7h 44m
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 28m
£75–167

Plymouth to Alton by train, foot, and bus

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 222.6 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 7h 44m.

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