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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Alton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 90 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Luton to Alton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Alton:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Alton costing on average £43.
Other travel options to Alton take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 41m.
Tickets start at around £43 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£25. The journey takes 2h 22m versus 1h 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.
The most popular day trips by train from Alton are Winchester, Guildford, London and Portsmouth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Alton on Omio.
Winchester is a historic Hampshire city known for its cathedral, medieval streets and links to King Alfred the Great. Once an Anglo-Saxon capital, it feels compact, walkable and quietly elegant.
Guildford is a historic Surrey town known for its cobbled High Street, castle and riverside setting on the Wey. Its medieval character sits alongside a lively centre shaped by the University of Surrey and nearby green hills.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Portsmouth is a waterfront city on England’s south coast, known for its naval heritage and historic dockyard. Its island setting, working harbour and seafront give it a distinctly maritime character, with Old Portsmouth adding older streets and pubs.
Travel to Alton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Alton.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Alton:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Alton costing on average £43.
Other travel options to Alton take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 41m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton and Alton as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.
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