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Alton to Birmingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Alton to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €33.27, with average prices for this route around €37.88. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:11 3h 16m, No direct Alton	09:27 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:11 3h 40m, No direct Alton	09:51 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:11 3h 54m, No direct Alton	10:05 Birmingham Moor Street	Find Tickets
06:41 3h 15m, No direct Alton	09:56 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:41 4h 24m, No direct Alton	11:05 Birmingham Moor Street	Find Tickets
07:13 3h 35m, No direct Alton	10:48 Paris	Find Tickets

Alton to Birmingham train route details

First train

06:11

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Alton

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

3h 3m

Distance

101 miles

Price

€33.27*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Alton to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Alton to Birmingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Alton to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Alton to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Alton to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Alton to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Alton to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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