Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£15

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£23

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

1 h 6 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

1 h 7 m

Trains on 17 Sept

56

Distance

71 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 56 trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT), including 31 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • South Western RailwayL78667
    18:141h10
    Alton station (AON)
    19:24London Waterloo (WAT)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL78681
    19:141h16
    Alton station (AON)
    20:30London Waterloo (WAT)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL78673
    18:441h13
    Alton station (AON)
    19:57London Waterloo (WAT)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL78687
    19:431h15
    Alton station (AON)
    20:58London Waterloo (WAT)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL78699
    20:441h14
    Alton station (AON)
    21:58London Waterloo (WAT)
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 71 km

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Coach

£28

Average Price

£15

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Cheapest

1h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 38m

Average total duration

2h 8m

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) is a coach with an average price of £15.

This is compared to other travel options from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT):

A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £28.

The fastest way to travel from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 11m.

Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alton station (AON) and London Waterloo (WAT) including taking a train and coach.

Live departures

Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times

The table below shows live departures for Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western RailwayL78467
On time
5:42 Alton station (AON)
1h14
6:56 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78475
On time
6:12 Alton station (AON)
1h07
7:19 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78483
On time
6:41 Alton station (AON)
1h09
7:50 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78491
On time
7:14 Alton station (AON)
1h08
8:22 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78499
On time
7:44 Alton station (AON)
1h07
8:51 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL785078:14 Alton station (AON)
1h06
9:20 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78515
On time
8:44 Alton station (AON)
1h14
9:58 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78515 · L79573
On time
8:44 Alton station (AON)
1h11
9:55 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78523 · L78764
On time
9:14 Alton station (AON)
1h12
10:26 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78523
On time
9:14 Alton station (AON)
1h14
10:28 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78531
On time
9:44 Alton station (AON)
1h15
10:59 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78531 · L79592
On time
9:44 Alton station (AON)
1h07
10:51 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78539 · L79599
On time
10:14 Alton station (AON)
1h10
11:24 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78539
On time
10:14 Alton station (AON)
1h16
11:30 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78547 · L79611
On time
10:44 Alton station (AON)
1h07
11:51 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7854710:44 Alton station (AON)
1h14
11:58 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78555 · L79619
On time
11:15 Alton station (AON)
1h07
12:22 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78555
On time
11:15 Alton station (AON)
1h13
12:28 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78563 · L79631
On time
11:44 Alton station (AON)
1h07
12:51 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78563
On time
11:44 Alton station (AON)
1h14
12:58 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78571 · L79638
On time
12:15 Alton station (AON)
1h08
13:23 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78571
On time
12:15 Alton station (AON)
1h13
13:28 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78579 · L79650
On time
12:44 Alton station (AON)
1h07
13:51 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78579
On time
12:44 Alton station (AON)
1h14
13:58 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78587 · L79658
On time
13:15 Alton station (AON)
1h08
14:23 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78587
On time
13:15 Alton station (AON)
1h14
14:29 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78595
On time
13:44 Alton station (AON)
1h14
14:58 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78595 · L79670
On time
13:44 Alton station (AON)
1h09
14:53 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78603 · L79678
On time
14:15 Alton station (AON)
1h07
15:22 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78603
On time
14:15 Alton station (AON)
1h13
15:28 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78611
On time
14:44 Alton station (AON)
1h14
15:58 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78611 · L79690
On time
14:44 Alton station (AON)
1h07
15:51 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL04108
On time
14:59 Alton station (AON)
1h25
16:24 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL04108 · L79698
On time
14:59 Alton station (AON)
1h23
16:22 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7862715:44 Alton station (AON)
1h15
16:59 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78627 · L7971015:44 Alton station (AON)
1h07
16:51 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
South Western RailwayL78635 · L79718
On time
16:15 Alton station (AON)
1h07
17:22 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78635
On time
16:15 Alton station (AON)
1h10
17:25 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78643
On time
16:44 Alton station (AON)
1h14
17:58 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78643 · L79730
On time
16:44 Alton station (AON)
1h08
17:52 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78651 · L79738
On time
17:14 Alton station (AON)
1h10
18:24 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78651
On time
17:14 Alton station (AON)
1h15
18:29 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78659
On time
17:44 Alton station (AON)
1h13
18:57 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78667 · L7975818:14 Alton station (AON)
1h08
19:22 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
South Western RailwayL7866718:14 Alton station (AON)
1h10
19:24 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78673 · L80133
On time
18:44 Alton station (AON)
1h07
19:51 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78673
On time
18:44 Alton station (AON)
1h13
19:57 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78681
On time
19:14 Alton station (AON)
1h16
20:30 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78681 · L79776
On time
19:14 Alton station (AON)
1h10
20:24 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78687
On time
19:43 Alton station (AON)
1h15
20:58 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78687 · L79788
On time
19:43 Alton station (AON)
1h08
20:51 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78699
On time
20:44 Alton station (AON)
1h14
21:58 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78699 · L79807
On time
20:44 Alton station (AON)
1h07
21:51 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78713
On time
21:44 Alton station (AON)
1h14
22:58 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78727
On time
22:44 Alton station (AON)
1h15
23:59 London Waterloo (WAT)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78727 · L79493
On time
22:44 Alton station (AON)
1h11
23:55 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78732 · Q01702
On time
23:15 Alton station (AON)
1h24
0:39 London Waterloo (WAT)		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT)

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Trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance
71 km
Average train duration
1h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
1h 0m
First train
4:42
Last train
22:15
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
2 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11

Train companies: South Western Railway from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Alton station (AON) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£12
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Learn more about South Western Railway

FAQs: Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The train journey from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) covers a distance of 71 km and takes approximately 1h 0m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) is 71 km.
The first train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 4:42.
The last train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) departs at 22:15.
Trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Yes, there is a direct train between Alton station (AON) and London Waterloo (WAT). The service operates 8 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
To get from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT).
The cheapest way to get from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Alton to London Waterloo offers a pleasant and scenic experience, passing through the picturesque Hampshire countryside, with views of rolling hills, fields, and charming villages along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Alton to London Waterloo is feasible. The journey takes 1h 0m, covering a distance of 71 km, with trains running 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT).

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Important Stations and Airports in Alton station (AON) and London Waterloo (WAT)

Most Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Alton to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Alton station (AON) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Alton
Arrival train stations in London
AltonAlton station, Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZWifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Alton from Alton city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesStation Forecourt, Station Road

Alton train station facilities and services

Alton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Alton.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Alton.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Alton.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Alton: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Alton: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Alton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access to Platform 1. Lifts to Platform 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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