The average train between Peterborough and Alton takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is an hourly train service from Peterborough to Alton. 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 Peterborough and Alton. The earliest departure is at 3:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Alton at 12:42 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Alton. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Alton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Peterborough to Alton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Alton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Alton station.
Book your Peterborough to Alton train tickets online with Thameslink, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Peterborough and Alton is 166.1 km. The road distance is 202 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to Alton via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 53m.
