The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Alcester
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£44
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
3 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
3 h 19 m
Trains on 19 Sept
1
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Alcester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Alcester will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 trains from London to Alcester, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.
7:023h19London10:21Alcester£441One-way0 changes
7:023h19London10:21Alcester£441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London to Alcester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Alcester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 143 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Alcester:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Alcester costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Alcester take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 10m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 2h 27m versus 2h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London to Alcester train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Alcester trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:07 London | 1h59 | 10:06 Alcester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London to Alcester by coach or train
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Why should you book London to Alcester trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways to find the best option for your trip from London to Alcester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways to find the best option for your trip from London to Alcester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London to Alcester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Alcester
Trains from London to Alcester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 22:13 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways from London to Alcester trainsWest Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between London and Alcester from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Alcester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Alcester 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 Alcester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Alcester
Most London to Alcester trains use the London Euston to Wootton Wawen station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Alcester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to London Marylebone from London city centre
London Marylebone is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Marylebone train station facilities and services
London Marylebone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Marylebone.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Marylebone. ATMs are available at London Marylebone.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Marylebone. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165 (Option 3 > Option 3), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Marylebone: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Marylebone: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Marylebone: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step Free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All ticket machines at this station are accessible with adjustable height displays, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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