How much is the train ticket from London to Alton?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Alton start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Alton?

The average train ride duration from London to Alton is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 45 miles (71 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 7m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators service the London to Alton route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Alton?

The earliest train departs from London to Alton at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:57pm.

Train London to Alton from $37

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Alton on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Waterloo	1h 15m	8:25am	Alton	CheapestFastest
Train	7:10am	Waterloo	1h 15m	8:25am	Alton	No tags
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 19m	8:54am	Alton	No tags
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 19m	8:54am	Alton	No tags
Train	8:09am	Waterloo	1h 16m	9:25am	Alton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:21 AM GMT.

Get from London to Alton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

1h 15mAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.4

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the wifi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $39

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Alton by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Alton?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Alton start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Alton?
The average train ride duration from London to Alton is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 45 miles (71 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 7m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators service the London to Alton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Alton?
The earliest train departs from London to Alton at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:57pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/04

$38

12/05

$37

Today

$38

12/07

$38

12/08

$37

12/09

$37

12/10

$37

12/11

$37

The cheapest trip from London to Alton was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Alton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $37 to $64 for a train ticket from London to Alton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-09.