What is the cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Alton Towers (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station). However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Alton Towers via Dolphin Centre and Leeds Cultural B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station)?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Alton Towers (Station) is 162 miles. The road distance is 141.6 miles.

How do I travel from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) without a car is to line 84 bus and train and bus which takes 5h 4m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station)?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) bus from?

Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station).

Where can I stay near Alton Towers (Station)?

There are 1202+ hotels available in Alton Towers (Station).

Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station) by bus, train, or car

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Line 84 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
2. Take the train from Darlington to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str to Alton Towersbus
5h 4m
Drive 140.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Alton Towers (Station)car 140.8 mi
2h 49m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural B to Alton Towersbus
7h 1m
Bus via Ripon
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Station Stand 3bus 159
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 36
3. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural B to Alton Towersbus
8h 42m

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Distance: 160.9 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Barnard Castle, England and Alton Towers (Station), England?

You can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Alton Towers via Tubwell Row, Dolphin Centre, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Leeds Cultural B in around 7h 1m.

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