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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £60.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station). However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Alton Towers via Leeds Cultural B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station). However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Longton via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

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

The distance between Carlisle and Alton Towers (Station) is 171 miles. The road distance is 162.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station), including transfers.

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

Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

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

Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 15m.

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

Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

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

Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station).

Where can I stay near Alton Towers (Station)?

There are 1198+ hotels available in Alton Towers (Station).

Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 31m
£63–136
Drive 161.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Alton Towers (Station)car 161.4 mi
3h
£39–57
Train, bus via Warrington
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Warrington to Alton Towersbus
4h 9m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Piccadilly Fairfield St to Alton Towersbus
4h 52m
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent rail station to Alton Towers Entrancebus 32A
4h 47m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural B to Alton Towersbus
6h 15m

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Distance: 169.8 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to Alton Towers via Leeds City Bus Station and Leeds Cultural B in around 6h 15m.

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