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How to get fromDurham to Alton Towersby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Alton Towers by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Durham to Sheffieldtrain train Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
    2. Take the bus from Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str to Alton Towersbus bus
    3h 50m

  2. Drive  153.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Durham to Alton Towerscar car 153.3 mi
    3h 4m
    £38–55

  3. Train, bus via Manchester

    1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Victoriatrain train Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
    2. Take the bus from Manchester Piccadilly Fairfield St to Alton Towersbus bus
    5h 20m

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  • Distance: 158.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Alton Towers, England?

There is no direct connection from Durham to Alton Towers. However, you can take the train to Sheffield, walk to Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str, take the bus to Alton Towers, then walk to Alton Towers. Alternatively, you can drive from Durham to Alton Towers in around 3h 4m.

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