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Journey information
Overview: Train from Backwell to Alton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Backwell to Alton and enjoy the approximately 126 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 13:10.
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
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
First train 08:10 |
Last train 13:10 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Backwell to Alton trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Backwell and Alton. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Backwell to Alton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Backwell to Alton 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 Alton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A two-day visit to Alton is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the historic Alton Towers theme park and nearby scenic areas.
Booking trains from Backwell to Alton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train station in Backwell that goes to Alton is Nailsea & Backwell (NLS), and it arrives at Alton station (AON).
The train distance from Backwell to Alton is 126 km.
To travel from Backwell to Alton, you can take a .
The first train from Backwell to Alton leaves at 8:10.
The last train from Backwell to Alton departs at 13:10.
There is no night train service from Backwell to Alton.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Backwell to Alton.
Yes, you can take the train from Backwell to Alton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Backwell and Alton
Backwell
Alton
The major train station for departures in Backwell is Nailsea & Backwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nailsea & Backwell for your trip from Backwell to Alton.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 09:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Steep flight of steps to southbound platform, ramped access to northbound platform steeper than 1:12 gradient, no wheelchair access available to trains. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: access road
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Nailsea & Backwell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop at end of Station Close
The major train station for arrivals in Alton is Alton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alton for your journey to Alton from Backwell.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:00 Saturday 07:30 - 17:30 Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Alton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, Station Road
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