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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Alton to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alton to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £107.
Distance: 312 km
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4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alton to York
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Trains from Alton to York run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £107 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 312 km distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 312 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £107 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:25 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Alton to York trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Alton and York from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Alton to York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alton to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Alton and York
Most Alton to York trains use the Alton to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Alton and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Alton station do trains to York leave from?
Getting to Alton from Alton city centre
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.
Which York station do trains from Alton arrive at?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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