The cheapest and fastest trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
71 km
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 £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 6 trains that leave Alton station (AON) for London Waterloo (WAT) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.
L46736
L46728 · L47728
L46720
L46720 · L47720
L46736 · L47740
L46720 · L47720
L46728 · L47728
L46736 · L47740
L46736
L46720Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 71 km
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£29 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L46750 | On time 11:43 Alton station (AON) | 1h15 | 12:58 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L46758 | On time 12:14 Alton station (AON) | 1h14 | 13:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L46758 · L47766 | On time 12:14 Alton station (AON) | 1h09 | 13:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
L46766 | On time 12:43 Alton station (AON) | 1h15 | 13:58 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L46774 | On time 13:14 Alton station (AON) | 1h15 | 14:29 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L46774 · L47786 | On time 13:14 Alton station (AON) | 1h09 | 14:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
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L46720 | On time 09:43 Alton station (AON) | 1h15 | 10:58 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L46720 · L47720 | On time 09:43 Alton station (AON) | 1h09 | 10:52 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
L46728 · L47728 | On time 10:13 Alton station (AON) | 1h11 | 11:24 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
L46728 | On time 10:13 Alton station (AON) | 1h15 | 11:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L46736 | On time 10:43 Alton station (AON) | 1h15 | 11:58 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L46736 · L47740 | On time 10:43 Alton station (AON) | 1h11 | 11:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 4 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 7m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 22:15 |
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.
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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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Alton station (AON) and London Waterloo (WAT)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:00 Saturday 07:30 - 17:30 Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, Station Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
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