What is the cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Alcester?

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Alcester is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harpenden to Alcester?

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Alcester is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Alcester?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Alcester station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Police Station via Luton Station Interchange, Transport Museum and McDonalds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Alcester?

The distance between Harpenden and Alcester is 166 miles. The road distance is 84.2 miles.

How do I travel from Harpenden to Alcester without a car?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Alcester without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £25 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Harpenden to Alcester?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Harpenden to Alcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Alcester bus from?

Harpenden to Alcester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Alcester?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Alcester is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £25 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Harpenden to Alcester bus arrive?

Harpenden to Alcester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Alcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Alcester is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Harpenden to Alcester.

Where can I stay near Alcester?

There are 1389+ hotels available in Alcester.

Harpenden to Alcester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 321 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Harpenden to Alcester by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New StreetLondon Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to RedditchFour Oaks - Redditch / ...
4h 12m
£26–127
Drive 83.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harpenden to Alcester83.8 mi
1h 39m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Pool Meadow Bus Station707 / ...
2. Take the bus from Transport Museum to McDonaldsX18
6h 26m
£29–71
Line 321 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Watford Junction station321
2. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New StreetLondon Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
4h 41m
£23–115
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus StationX3 / ...
2. Take the train from Bletchley to Birmingham New StreetLondon Euston - Birmingham New Street
5h 51m
£31–139

Harpenden to Alcester by train, foot, and bus

121Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.8 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Harpenden, England and Alcester, Warwickshire, England?

You can take a train from Harpenden to Police Station via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Birmingham New Street, Redditch, and Redditch Bus Station in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Police Station via Luton Station Interchange, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Transport Museum, and McDonalds in around 6h 26m.

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