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It takes an average of 4h 36m to travel from Wareham (Dorset) to Alton by train, over a distance of around 59 miles (95 km). There are normally 14 trains per day travelling from Wareham (Dorset) to Alton and tickets for this journey start from £46.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:42 | |
| Departure station | Wareham (Dorset) | |
| Arrival station | Alton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 40m | |
| Distance | 59 miles (95 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £46.20 | |
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How to travel from Wareham (Dorset) to Alton by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Wareham (Dorset) to Alton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 14 trains per day running between Wareham (Dorset) and Alton, which usually take 4 hours 36 minutes to complete the 59 miles (95 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Alton by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. South Western Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Alton.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Wareham (Dorset) to Alton start from £46.20 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Alton? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Wareham (Dorset) to Alton?
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.