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

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

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station). However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Alton Towers via Heathrow Terminal 3 and Watford Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Alton Towers (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station). However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Uttoxeter via Birmingham New Street and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

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

The distance between Basingstoke and Alton Towers (Station) is 167 miles. The road distance is 150.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station) without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station), including transfers.

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

Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

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

Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station)?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station) is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 30m.

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

Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station)?

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

Where can I stay near Alton Towers (Station)?

There are 1161+ hotels available in Alton Towers (Station).

Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham New St Station to Alton Towersbus
5h 16m
Drive 149.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station)car 149.6 mi
2h 58m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
5h 42m
£76–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Alton Towersbus
6h 30m

Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station) by train, bus, and foot

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.9 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Alton Towers (Station) via Birmingham New Street, Derby, Uttoxeter, Railway Station, and Alton Towers Gate 01 in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Alton Towers via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 3, and Watford Junction station in around 6h 30m.

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