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

The cheapest way to get from Alton Towers to Windermere is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton Towers to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Alton Towers and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton Towers to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Alton Towers and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Alton Towers and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Alton Towers to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Longton and arriving at Windermere via Crewe and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Alton Towers to Windermere?

The distance between Alton Towers and Windermere is 131 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton Towers to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Alton Towers to Windermere, including transfers.

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

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

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

Alton Towers to Windermere train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Longton station.

Train or bus from Alton Towers to Windermere?

The best way to get from Alton Towers to Windermere is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Alton Towers to Windermere bus arrive?

Alton Towers to Windermere bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly Fairfield St station.

Where does the Alton Towers to Windermere train arrive?

Alton Towers to Windermere train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Alton Towers to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton Towers to Windermere is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Alton Towers to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3325+ hotels available in Windermere.

Alton Towers to Windermere - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Longton to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 9m
£70–103
Drive 122.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton Towers to Windermerecar 122.8 mi
2h 19m
£31–45
Bus, train via Warrington
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Warringtonbus
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 11m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Manchester Piccadilly Fairfield Stbus
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 59m
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Manchester Piccadilly Fairfield Stbus
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
5h 5m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Manchester Piccadilly Fairfield Stbus
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
6h 23m

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Distance: 130.6 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a vehicle from Alton Towers to Windermere via Longton, Crewe, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alton Towers to Bus Rail Interchange via Alton Towers, Manchester Piccadilly Fairfield St, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 23m.

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