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Trains from Alton (AON) to Harpenden (HPD)

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34

train journeys
per day

52

miles (85 kms)

2hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

05:42 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Alton (AON) to Harpenden (HPD)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Alton and Harpenden , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Alton to Harpenden is approximately 52 miles (85 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 44 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Harpenden.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Alton to Harpenden. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Alton to Harpenden Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:42
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    08:21
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:12
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    08:51
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:41
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:14
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    09:31
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:31
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:14
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:44
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:44
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:44
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:44
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    16:17
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:44
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    17:17
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:15
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    17:31
    Alton
    Harpenden
    Alton to Harpenden

About Alton Station

Station name Alton (AON)
Address Alton station, Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 07:30 - 17:30
Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Alton and Harpenden

The travel time between Alton and Harpenden by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Alton and Harpenden vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Alton and Harpenden can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Alton & Harpenden. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Harpenden.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Alton and Harpenden, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.