London to Alton by train

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Overview: trains from London to Alton

Find the key information for travelling by train from London to Alton, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:53 View journey
Last train 23:23 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 6m View journey
Distance (km) 72
Trains / day 44 View all
Cheapest journey CA$30.55 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 19m
Train operators 2

London to Alton train travel explained

Want to know how to get from London to Alton by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from London to Alton take around 1 hour and 6 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 72 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving London is scheduled to depart at around  06:53. The last departure is usually at around 23:23. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 44 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$30.55.

We think any time is a great time to visit Alton, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Alton.

Is there a direct train from London to Alton?

Yes, there is a direct train from London to Alton.

How long does it take to travel from London to Alton?

The London to Alton train travel takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the London to Alton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Alton leaving London at around 06:53 and the last train leaving at around 23:23. This is the same at the weekend.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.