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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Reading to Alton

Composite routes from Reading to Alton

Cheapest
5 h 5 min
Car
477 km.
from $26
Other
1 h 42 min
34 km.
from $47.61
2 h 6 min
Train, Bus
34 km.
from $29.98

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to Ash
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$37.97
Train from Reading to Basingstoke
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.76–$32.91

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Reading to Basingstoke
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$39.24

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Aldershot to Alton
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.59–$17.72
Train from Reading to Basingstoke
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.76–$25.32

Bus operators

Stagecoach South

Phone:
0345 241 8000
Email:
customer.services@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Bus Station to High
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.91–$4.05

Questions and Answers

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 $8.15 - $13.04 and takes 37 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 37 min and costs $8.15 - $13.04 .

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 and Aldershot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

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

The distance between Reading (Station) and Alton is 55 km. The road distance is 41.7 km.

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 which takes 1h 42m and costs $20.65 - $54.35 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m 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 First Great Western Service, depart from Reading station.

What is the time difference between Reading (Station) and Alton?

It is currently 12:23 at both, Reading (Station) and Alton.

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

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

Can I drive from Reading (Station) to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading (Station) to Alton is 42 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Reading (Station) to Alton.

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

Book your Reading (Station) to Alton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 424+ hotels available in Alton. Prices start at $32.96 per night.
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