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Orpington to Alton by train

First train

04:32

Last train

17:32

Departure station

Orpington

Arrival station

Alton

Journey time

From 2h 9m

Distance

48 miles (77 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

Take the train from Orpington to Alton in 2 hours 9 minutes

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

You can expect the journey from Orpington to Alton by train to take around 2 hours 24 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 9 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 2 trains per day running on this route, which spans 48 miles (77 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to Alton. You can travel on this route with either South Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Orpington to Alton are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to 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.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Orpington to Alton take?

The average journey time by train between Orpington and Alton is 2 hours and 24 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Orpington and Alton by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Orpington to Alton is 2 hours and 9 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Orpington to Alton?

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

What time does the first train from Orpington to Alton leave?

The first train from Orpington to Alton leaves at 04:32. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Orpington to Alton leave?

The last train from Orpington to Alton leaves at 17:32. 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 Orpington and Alton by train?

Trains travelling from Orpington to Alton cover a distance of around 48 miles (77 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

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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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