Take the train from Exeter to Alton in 3 hours 17 minutes
If you want to travel from Exeter to Alton by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Exeter to Alton by train to take around 4 hours 52 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 39 trains per day running on this route, which spans 116 miles (186 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Alton. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Exeter to Alton are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Exeter to Alton
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Exeter to Alton is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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