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Alton to Alresford (Essex) by train

First train

14:44

Last train

14:44

Departure station

Alton

Arrival station

Alresford (Essex)

Journey time

From 3h 9m

Distance

97 miles (157 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

London Overground, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia

Travelling from Alton to Alresford (Essex) by train

Looking to travel from Alton to Alresford (Essex) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 9 minutes to travel from Alton to Alresford (Essex) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 9 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 97 miles (157 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Alresford (Essex), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia, South Western Railway or London Overground to get to Alresford (Essex). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Alton to Alresford (Essex) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Alton to Alresford (Essex)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Alton and Alresford (Essex) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Alton to Alresford (Essex) is 3 hours and 9 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Alton to Alresford (Essex)?

No, there are no direct train services from Alton to Alresford (Essex). Travelling from Alton to Alresford (Essex) by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Alton to Alresford (Essex) leave?

The first train from Alton to Alresford (Essex) leaves at 14:44. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Alton to Alresford (Essex) leave?

The last train from Alton to Alresford (Essex) leaves at 14:44. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Alton and Alresford (Essex) by train?

Trains travelling from Alton to Alresford (Essex) cover a distance of around 97 miles (157 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Alresford (Essex) to Alton.

Cheap train tickets from Alton to Alresford (Essex)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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