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Alton to London Liverpool Street by train

First train

08:01

Last train

10:01

Departure station

Alton

Arrival station

London Liverpool Street

Journey time

From 2h 24m

Distance

46 miles (74 km)

Changes

3 changes

Price

From £27.90

Train operators

South Western Railway, Thameslink

Take the train from Alton to London Liverpool Street in 2 hours 24 minutes

If you want to travel from Alton to London Liverpool Street by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Alton to London Liverpool Street by train to take around 2 hours 25 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 46 miles (74 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to London Liverpool Street. You can travel on this route with either South Western Railway or Thameslink trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Alton to London Liverpool Street start from £27.90 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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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Alton to London Liverpool Street? 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 London Liverpool Street by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Alton to London Liverpool Street is 2 hours and 24 minutes.

How much does the train from Alton to London Liverpool Street cost?

Train ticket prices from Alton to London Liverpool Street can start from as little as £27.90 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Alton to London Liverpool Street?

No, there are no direct train services from Alton to London Liverpool Street. Travelling from Alton to London Liverpool Street by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Alton to London Liverpool Street leave?

The first train from Alton to London Liverpool Street leaves at 08:01. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Alton to London Liverpool Street leave?

The last train from Alton to London Liverpool Street leaves at 10:01. 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 London Liverpool Street by train?

Trains travelling from Alton to London Liverpool Street cover a distance of around 46 miles (74 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from London Liverpool Street to Alton.

Cheap train tickets from Alton to London Liverpool Street

Train tickets from Alton to London Liverpool Street start at £27.90 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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 Alton to London Liverpool Street 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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Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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