Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 23

Cheapest price on Sep 23

$22

Average ticket price on Sep 23

$33

Fastest journey on Sep 23

1 h 7 m

Average journey duration on Sep 23

1 h 8 m

Trains on Sep 23

57

Distance

71 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.

Fast trains

On Wed, Sep 23, we found 57 trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT), including 32 direct services.

On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .

On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.

  • South Western RailwayL78602
    2:14 PM1h14
    Alton station (AON)
    3:28 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL78712
    9:43 PM1h15
    Alton station (AON)
    10:58 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL78728
    10:43 PM1h16
    Alton station (AON)
    11:59 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL78698
    8:43 PM1h15
    Alton station (AON)
    9:58 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL78586
    1:14 PM1h15
    Alton station (AON)
    2:29 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a train costs an average of $39.

Distance: 44 miles (71 km)

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Bus

$39

Average price

$20

Average price

Cheapest

1h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 38m

Average total duration

2h 8m

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30m

Additional time*

South Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) is a bus with an average price of $20 (€16).

This is compared to other travel options from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT):

A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average $39 (€32).

The fastest way to travel from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 11m.

Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alton station (AON) and London Waterloo (WAT) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users.

Live departures

Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times

The table below shows live departures for Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
South Western RailwayL78712
On time
9:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h15
10:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78728
On time
10:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h16
11:59 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78728 · L79493
On time
10:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h12
11:55 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
South Western RailwayL78733 · L84053
On time
11:14 PM Alton station (AON)
1h25
12:39 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Wednesday, September 23
South Western RailwayL784665:39 AM Alton station (AON)
1h17
6:56 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL784746:11 AM Alton station (AON)
1h08
7:19 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL784836:41 AM Alton station (AON)
1h09
7:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL784907:13 AM Alton station (AON)
1h09
8:22 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL784987:43 AM Alton station (AON)
1h08
8:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL785068:13 AM Alton station (AON)
1h07
9:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78514 · L795728:43 AM Alton station (AON)
1h12
9:55 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL785148:43 AM Alton station (AON)
1h15
9:58 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL785229:13 AM Alton station (AON)
1h15
10:28 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78522 · L787659:13 AM Alton station (AON)
1h13
10:26 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL78530 · L795929:43 AM Alton station (AON)
1h08
10:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL785309:43 AM Alton station (AON)
1h16
10:59 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7853810:13 AM Alton station (AON)
1h17
11:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78538 · L7959810:13 AM Alton station (AON)
1h11
11:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL7854610:43 AM Alton station (AON)
1h15
11:58 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78546 · L7961010:43 AM Alton station (AON)
1h08
11:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL78554 · L7961811:14 AM Alton station (AON)
1h08
12:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL7855411:14 AM Alton station (AON)
1h14
12:28 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7856211:43 AM Alton station (AON)
1h15
12:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78562 · L7963011:43 AM Alton station (AON)
1h08
12:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL7857012:14 PM Alton station (AON)
1h14
1:28 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78570 · L7963812:14 PM Alton station (AON)
1h09
1:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL7857812:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h15
1:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78578 · L7964912:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h08
1:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL78586 · L796571:14 PM Alton station (AON)
1h09
2:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL785861:14 PM Alton station (AON)
1h15
2:29 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78594 · L796691:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h10
2:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL785941:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h15
2:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78602 · L796772:14 PM Alton station (AON)
1h08
3:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL786022:14 PM Alton station (AON)
1h14
3:28 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78610 · L796892:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h08
3:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL786102:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h15
3:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL04108 · L796972:59 PM Alton station (AON)
1h23
4:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL041082:59 PM Alton station (AON)
1h25
4:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL786263:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h16
4:59 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78626 · L797093:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h08
4:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL786344:14 PM Alton station (AON)
1h11
5:25 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78634 · L797174:14 PM Alton station (AON)
1h08
5:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL786424:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h15
5:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78642 · L797294:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h09
5:52 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL786505:13 PM Alton station (AON)
1h16
6:29 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78650 · L797375:13 PM Alton station (AON)
1h11
6:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL786585:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h14
6:57 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78666 · L797576:13 PM Alton station (AON)
1h09
7:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL786666:13 PM Alton station (AON)
1h11
7:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78672 · L801346:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h08
7:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL786726:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h14
7:57 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL786807:13 PM Alton station (AON)
1h17
8:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78680 · L797757:13 PM Alton station (AON)
1h11
8:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL78686 · L797877:42 PM Alton station (AON)
1h09
8:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL786867:42 PM Alton station (AON)
1h16
8:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78698 · L798068:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h08
9:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL786988:43 PM Alton station (AON)
1h15
9:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT)

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Trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 0m.

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
Bus from $15 (€12)
Distance
44 miles (71 km)
Average train duration
1h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
$25 (€21)
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
1h 0m
First train
4:42 AM
Last train
10:15 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
2 days
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
Bus from $15 (€12)

Train companies: South Western Railway from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Alton station (AON) and London Waterloo (WAT) from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
$25 (€21)
South Western Railway frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $25 (€21), while the average price is around $39 (€32).
The train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) takes 1h 0m and runs 10 per day.
The first train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 4:42 AM.
The distance by train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) is 44 miles (71 km).
The last train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 10:15 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Yes, there is a direct train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT). This service operates 8 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT).
The cheapest way to get from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by bus, with a cost of around $15 (€12).
The train journey from Alton to London Waterloo offers a scenic route through the picturesque Hampshire countryside, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and glimpses of the South Downs.
Yes, you can take the train from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Popular day trips by train from London Waterloo (WAT) include Woking, Guildford, Walton-on-Thames, Weybridge, Fleet.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Most Alton station (AON) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Alton to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Alton station (AON) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Alton
Arrival train stations in London
AltonAlton station, Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZWifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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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