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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Alton to London
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€17
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 18
6
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alton to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alton to London will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 6 trains from Alton to London, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L786676:14 PM1h10Alton station (AON)7:24 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€121One-way0 transfers- L786515:14 PM1h15Alton station (AON)6:29 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€121One-way0 transfers
- L786595:44 PM1h13Alton station (AON)6:57 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€121One-way0 transfers
- L78667 · L797586:14 PM1h08Alton station (AON)7:22 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€221One-way1 transfer
- L78673 · L801336:44 PM1h07Alton station (AON)7:51 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€221One-way1 transfer
- L78673 · L801336:44 PM1h07Alton station (AON)7:51 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€221One-way1 transfer
- L78667 · L797586:14 PM1h08Alton station (AON)7:22 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€221One-way1 transfer
- L786676:14 PM1h10Alton station (AON)7:24 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€121One-way0 transfers
- L78651 · L797385:14 PM1h10Alton station (AON)6:24 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€221One-way1 transfer
- L786595:44 PM1h13Alton station (AON)6:57 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Alton to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alton to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 71 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€31 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Alton to London:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alton to London costing on average €31.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 54m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alton to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Alton to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Alton to London trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Alton and London from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
FAQs: Trains from Alton to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alton to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alton to London
Most Alton to London trains use the Alton to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at Clapham Junction. Use this guide to compare Alton and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Alton station do trains to London leave from?
Getting to Alton from Alton city centre
Alton train station facilities and services
Alton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Alton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Alton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Alton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Alton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access to Platform 1. Lifts to Platform 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which London station do trains from Alton arrive at?
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Clapham Junction from London city centre
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction train station facilities and services
Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Wimbledon from London city centre
Wimbledon is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Wimbledon train station facilities and services
Wimbledon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wimbledon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wimbledon. ATMs are available at Wimbledon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wimbledon. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wimbledon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wimbledon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wimbledon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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