The average train between Alton and Banbury takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Alton to Banbury. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Alton and Banbury. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alton is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Banbury at 6:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Woking and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Alton to Banbury? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Alton to Banbury. However, there are services departing from Alton station and arriving at Banbury station via Woking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Alton to Banbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Alton station.
Alton to Banbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Banbury station.
Book your Alton to Banbury train tickets online with South Western Railway and Cross Country.
The distance between Alton and Banbury is 104.7 km. The road distance is 179 km.
You can take a train from Alton to Banbury via Woking and Basingstoke in around 3h 16m.