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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Alton Towers (Station) is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Alton Towers (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Alton Towers (Station). However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Alton Towers via Leeds Cultural B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

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

The distance between Darlington and Alton Towers (Station) is 137 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Alton Towers (Station) without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 31m and costs .

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Alton Towers (Station) is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Darlington to Alton Towers (Station).

Where can I stay near Alton Towers (Station)?

There are 1197+ hotels available in Alton Towers (Station).

Darlington to Alton Towers (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Sheffieldtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str to Alton Towersbus
3h 31m
Drive 136.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darlington to Alton Towers (Station)car 136.3 mi
2h 43m
£33–48
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
5h 10m
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stoke-on-Trentbus
3. Take the bus from bus station to Alton Towers Entrancebus 32A
6h 37m

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Distance: 136.4 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Alton Towers via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Leeds Cultural B in around 5h 10m.

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