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Trains from Alton (AON) to Bidston (BID)

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18

train journeys
per day

179

miles (289 kms)

5hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:41 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Alton (AON) to Bidston (BID)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Alton and Bidston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Alton to Bidston is approximately 179 miles (289 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 27 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Bidston.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Alton to Bidston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Alton to Bidston Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:41
    4 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    11:40
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    13:40
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    5 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    14:55
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:44
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    15:40
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:44
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    16:40
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:44
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    17:40
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    18:40
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:44
    5 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    19:50
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:15
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    20:50
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:44
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    21:50
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:14
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    22:50
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:44
    5 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    22:55
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:14
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    23:50
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:40
    11 hrs 4 changes
    06:40
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:44
    10 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    08:55
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:15
    10 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    09:40
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:48
    11 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    11:40
    Alton
    Bidston
    Alton to Bidston

About Alton Station

Station name Alton (AON)
Address Alton station, Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 07:30 - 17:30
Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bidston Station

Station name Bidston (BID)
Address Bidston station, Station Approach, Bidston, Merseyside, CH43 7RF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:51 - 00:05
Tuesday 05:51 - 00:05
Wednesday 05:51 - 00:05
Thursday 05:51 - 00:05
Friday 05:51 - 00:05
Saturday 05:51 - 00:05
Sunday 08:01 - 00:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Alton and Bidston

The travel time between Alton and Bidston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Alton and Bidston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Alton and Bidston can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Alton & Bidston. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Bidston.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Alton and Bidston, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.