What is the cheapest way to get from Shanklin to Alum Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Shanklin to Alum Bay is to bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shanklin to Alum Bay?

The fastest way to get from Shanklin to Alum Bay is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Shanklin and Alum Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chine Avenue and arriving at Needles Landmark Attraction. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Shanklin to Alum Bay?

The distance between Shanklin and Alum Bay is 25 miles. The road distance is 21 miles.

How do I travel from Shanklin to Alum Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Shanklin to Alum Bay without a car is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs £4 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Shanklin to Alum Bay?

The bus from Chine Avenue to Needles Landmark Attraction takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Shanklin to Alum Bay bus from?

Shanklin to Alum Bay bus services, operated by Southern Vectis, depart from Chine Avenue station.

Where does the Shanklin to Alum Bay bus arrive?

Shanklin to Alum Bay bus services, operated by Southern Vectis, arrive at Needles Landmark Attraction station.

Can I drive from Shanklin to Alum Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanklin to Alum Bay is 21 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Shanklin to Alum Bay.

Where can I stay near Alum Bay?

There are 1796+ hotels available in Alum Bay.

Shanklin to Alum Bay - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and line 3 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Shanklin to Alum Bay by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chine Avenue to Needles Landmark Attractionbus Coa
1h 18m
£4–6
Drive 20.9 mi
1. Drive from Shanklin to Alum Baycar 20.9 mi
29 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shanklin to Alum Baytaxi 20.9 mi
29 min
£45–55
Line 3 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Youth Centre to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Needles Landmark Attractionbus 7 / ...
2h 18m
£5–7

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Distance: 25.3 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Shanklin, England and Alum Bay, England?

Southern Vectis operates a bus from Chine Avenue to Needles Landmark Attraction every 4 hours. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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