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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Alton
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 08 Sept
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£104
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£104
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
4 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
4 h 35 m
Trains on 08 Sept
1
Distance
273 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Alton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Alton will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
Fast trains
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Alton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 273 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 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.
9:344h35Manchester14:09Alton£1041One-way0 changes
- 9:344h35Manchester14:09Alton£1041One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester to Alton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Alton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 273 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£44 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Alton is a coach with an average price of £22.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Alton:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Alton costing on average £44.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Alton is by train with an average journey time of 3h 54m.
Other travel options to Alton take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 40m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Alton including taking a coach and train.
Live departures
Manchester to Alton train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Alton trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:34 Manchester | 4h35 | 14:09 Alton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Alton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Alton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 273 km distance in 4h 35m.
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 £20
Distance 273 km |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 20:11 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £20
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Alton trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Alton from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
4h 35m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£44
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Alton
Things to do in Alton
Discover the best of Alton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alton trip today.
- Recommended
Curtis Museum
Local museum presenting Alton’s story through objects, archives and displays on town life, trade and notable residents.
- Recommended
Chawton House
Country house with changing art exhibitions, historical displays and landscaped grounds, giving a broader view of local culture.
- Recommended
High Street
The town’s main historic street, lined with period buildings, independent shops and key civic landmarks for an easy walk.
- Recommended
Anstey Park and Common
A broad common on the edge of town with open views, paths and wildlife interest, well suited to short countryside walks.
- Recommended
Chawton Village
Scenic village area near Alton known for timber-framed buildings, literary links and a gentle, characterful walking atmosphere.
Hampshire Hog’s Pudding
Hampshire hog’s pudding is a seasoned pork sausage or pudding linked with the county’s farmhouse cooking and traditional butchery.
Watercress Soup
Watercress soup is tied to Hampshire’s watercress-growing heritage, especially around nearby Alresford, and is a classic local seasonal starter.
- Vegetarian
Ploughman’s Lunch
A ploughman’s lunch of local cheddar, bread, pickle and salad is a classic pub meal across Hampshire and southern England.
Caracoli
Well-known café and coffee spot for brunch, cakes and light lunches with a relaxed atmosphere in central Alton.
Shapla
Smart Indian restaurant known locally for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a polished town-centre setting.
The Greyfriar
Popular pub and dining room in nearby Chawton serving modern British dishes and drinks in a characterful village inn.
Pound sterling (£)
Alton is moderately priced for southern England, with mid-range stays and meals costlier than many UK towns, but cafés, pubs and local buses remain manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a pub lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares, and café tipping is optional.
National Rail Enquiries
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £4.50
To the city centre
Alton station -> Alton High Street, Alton
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Alton station is at the heart of the town, so the centre is usually easiest on foot from the station.
- Check operator-specific fares before boarding. Hampshire County Council directs passengers to operators' websites for current ticket options.
FAQs: Manchester to Alton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Alton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Manchester to Alton covers a distance of 273 km and takes approximately 4h 35m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Alton is 273 km.
The first train from Manchester to Alton leaves at 5:02.
The last train from Manchester to Alton departs at 20:11.
Trains from Manchester to Alton run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Alton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Alton.
To get from Manchester to Alton, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Alton.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Alton is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Alton station (AON).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Alton is by coach, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Manchester to Alton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Alton offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the countryside and small towns, making it a pleasant experience for passengers.
A day trip from Manchester to Alton is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 35m. Trains run 5 times per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Alton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Alton
Most Manchester to Alton trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Alton station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Alton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Alton
Which Manchester station do trains to Alton leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Alton leave from Manchester Piccadilly. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus41, 135 · 5m · £2 · every ~32 min
T1 · 10m
X43 · 29m · every ~1 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · £2 · every ~23 min
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Alton station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Alton arrive at Alton. Alton is 1 km from Alton city centre.
AltonAlton station, Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ
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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