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Outbound fromLondon Waterloo to Alton by train
It takes an average of 1h 28m to travel from London Waterloo to Alton by train, over a distance of around 44 miles (71 km). There are normally 37 trains per day travelling from London Waterloo to Alton and tickets for this journey start from £19.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:56 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo | |
| Arrival station | Alton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 5m | |
| Distance | 44 miles (71 km) | |
| Frequency | 37 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £19.40 | |
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Take the train from London Waterloo to Alton in 1 hour 5 minutes
If you want to travel from London Waterloo to Alton by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from London Waterloo to Alton by train to take around 1 hour 28 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 5 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 37 trains per day running on this route, which spans 44 miles (71 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Alton. You can travel with South Western Railway trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from London Waterloo to Alton start from £19.40 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than 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 London Waterloo to Alton
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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 London Waterloo 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.
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