What is the cheapest way to get from Alton Towers to Basingstoke?

The cheapest way to get from Alton Towers to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alton Towers to Basingstoke?

The fastest way to get from Alton Towers to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Alton Towers and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton Towers to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Alton Towers and arriving at The Malls via Watford Junction station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Alton Towers and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Alton Towers to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Uttoxeter and arriving at Basingstoke via Derby and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Alton Towers to Basingstoke?

The distance between Alton Towers and Basingstoke is 167 miles. The road distance is 150.7 miles.

How do I travel from Alton Towers to Basingstoke without a car?

The best way to get from Alton Towers to Basingstoke without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 9m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Alton Towers to Basingstoke?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Alton Towers to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton Towers to Basingstoke bus from?

Alton Towers to Basingstoke bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, depart from Alton Towers station.

Where do I catch the Alton Towers to Basingstoke train from?

Alton Towers to Basingstoke train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Alton Towers to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Alton Towers to Basingstoke is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Alton Towers to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Alton Towers to Basingstoke bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, arrive at Watford Junction station.

Where does the Alton Towers to Basingstoke train arrive?

Alton Towers to Basingstoke train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Alton Towers to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton Towers to Basingstoke is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Alton Towers to Basingstoke.

Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

There are 863+ hotels available in Basingstoke.

Alton Towers to Basingstoke - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Birmingham New St Stationbus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 9m
Drive 149.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton Towers to Basingstokecar 149.8 mi
2h 58m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 35m
£77–114
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Macclesfield Queen Victoria Stbus
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
5h 21m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Watford Junction stationbus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Mallsbus 806
6h 15m

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Distance: 166.4 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Alton Towers, England and Basingstoke, England?

You can take a vehicle from Alton Towers to Basingstoke via Alton Towers Gate 01, Railway Station, Uttoxeter, Derby, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alton Towers to The Malls via Alton Towers, Watford Junction station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 15m.

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