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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Alton is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Alton is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Alton. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Basingstoke via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Swansea to Alton?

The distance between Swansea and Alton is 189 miles. The road distance is 159 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Alton without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Swansea to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Alton bus from?

Swansea to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Alton train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Alton?

The best way to get from Swansea to Alton is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Swansea to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Alton is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Swansea to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
4h 7m
£78–148
Drive 158.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Altoncar 158.1 mi
3h 1m
£39–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Basingstoketrain
6h 46m
£58–119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
6h 58m

Swansea to Alton by train, foot, and bus

139Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.3 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Alton, Hampshire, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swansea to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 6h 58m.

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