The average train between Alton and Broadstairs takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Alton to Broadstairs. 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 Broadstairs. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alton is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Broadstairs at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Alton to Broadstairs? 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 Broadstairs. However, there are services departing from Alton station and arriving at Broadstairs station via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
Alton to Broadstairs train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Alton station.
Alton to Broadstairs train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Broadstairs station.
Book your Alton to Broadstairs train tickets online with South Western Railway, London Underground (Tube) and Southeastern.
The distance between Alton and Broadstairs is 169.6 km. The road distance is 220 km.
You can take a train from Alton to Broadstairs via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 22m.