What is the cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Alton?

The cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Alton is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Alton?

The fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Alton is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct train between Reading (Station) and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Reading (Station) to Alton. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Alton via Ash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Reading (Station) to Alton?

The distance between Reading (Station) and Alton is 34 miles. The road distance is 24.8 miles.

How do I travel from Reading (Station) to Alton without a car?

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Alton without a car is to train and line 13 bus which takes 1h 28m and costs £8 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Reading (Station) to Alton?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Reading (Station) to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading (Station) to Alton train from?

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

Where does the Reading (Station) to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading (Station) to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading (Station) to Alton is 25 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Reading (Station) to Alton.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading (Station) to Alton?

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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Reading (Station) to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 13 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading (Station) to Alton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 13 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cemeterybus 13
1h 28m
£8–18
Drive 24.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading (Station) to Altoncar 24.6 mi
38 min
£6–9
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Ashtrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Ash to Altontrain Guildford - Alton
2h
£15–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading (Station) to Altontaxi 24.6 mi
38 min
£70–90

Reading (Station) to Alton by train, foot, and bus

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 34.2 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Reading (Station), Reading, England and Alton, Hampshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Alton via Ash in around 2h.

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