What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Alston?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Alston is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Alston?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Alston is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Alston?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Alston. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Hendersons Garage via Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Alston?

The distance between Birmingham and Alston is 223 miles. The road distance is 193 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Alston without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Alston without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Alston?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Birmingham to Alston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Alston bus from?

Birmingham to Alston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Alston bus arrive?

Birmingham to Alston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Alston is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Birmingham to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 428+ hotels available in Alston.

Birmingham to Alston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Alston by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garagebus 680A
5h
Drive 191.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Alstoncar 191.9 mi
3h 18m
£47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Hendersons Garagebus 680A
7h 23m
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain
3. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garagebus
6h 45m

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Distance: 221.3 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Alston, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Hendersons Garage via Bus Station and Market Hall in around 7h 23m.

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