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It takes an average of 3h 29m to travel from Alton to Cambridge by train, over a distance of around 86 miles (139 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Alton to Cambridge and tickets for this journey start from £40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 20:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:43 | |
| Departure station | Alton | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 3h 29m | |
| Distance | 86 miles (139 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 6 changes | |
| Price | From £40 | |
| Train operators | Great Northern, London Overground, South Western Railway, Thameslink |
Take the train from Alton to Cambridge in 3 hours 29 minutes
If you want to travel from Alton to Cambridge by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Alton to Cambridge by train to take around 3 hours 29 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 29 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 86 miles (139 km). You'll have to make 6 changes along the way on your journey to Cambridge. You can travel on this route with either South Western Railway, Thameslink or London Overground. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Alton to Cambridge start from £40.00 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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How do I find cheap train tickets from Alton to Cambridge?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.