What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Alton?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Alton is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Alton?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Alton. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Alton via Clapham Junction and Woking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Alton?

The distance between Watford Junction and Alton is 61 miles. The road distance is 56.1 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Alton without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Alton without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £26 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Alton?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Watford Junction to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Alton bus from?

Watford Junction to Alton bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Alton train from?

Watford Junction to Alton train services, operated by Southern, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Alton?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Alton is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £26 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 65 bus, which costs and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Alton bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Alton bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Alton train arrive?

Watford Junction to Alton train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Alton is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Watford Junction to Alton.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Alton?

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Where can I stay near Alton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Wokingtrain
3. Take the train from Woking to Altontrain
2h 25m
£26–58
Drive 55.8 mi
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1. Drive from Watford Junction to Altoncar 55.8 mi
1h 1m
£14–20
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Woking Railway Station Southsidebus Ra2
3. Take the train from Woking to Altontrain
2h 37m
Bus, line 65 bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
3. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to High Streetbus 65
3h 35m

Watford Junction to Alton by train

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Distance: 60.8 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Alton, Hampshire, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Alton via Clapham Junction and Woking in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 3h 35m.

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