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

The cheapest way to get from Alton Towers to Southampton is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton Towers to Southampton is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Alton Towers and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton Towers to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Alton Towers and arriving at Coach Station via Watford Junction station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Alton Towers and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Alton Towers to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Southampton Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Alton Towers to Southampton?

The distance between Alton Towers and Southampton is 205 miles. The road distance is 173.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton Towers to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Alton Towers to Southampton, including transfers.

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

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

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

Alton Towers to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Train or bus from Alton Towers to Southampton?

The best way to get from Alton Towers to Southampton is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Alton Towers to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alton Towers to Southampton train arrive?

Alton Towers to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Alton Towers to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton Towers to Southampton is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Alton Towers to Southampton.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2049+ hotels available in Southampton.

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There are 6 ways to get from Alton Towers to Southampton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 4m
£138–195
Drive 172.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton Towers to Southamptoncar 172.4 mi
3h 17m
£42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Watford Junction stationbus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032
6h 25m
Bus, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Macclesfield Queen Victoria Stbus
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
4h 3m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Birmingham New St Stationbus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 44m
Bus, fly to London Heathrow Airport, 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 Woking to Southampton Centraltrain
6h

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Distance: 204.2 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alton Towers to Coach Station via Alton Towers, Watford Junction station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 25m.

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