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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Alton Towers (Station) is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Alton Towers (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Alton Towers (Station). However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Alton Towers via Heathrow Terminal 3 and Watford Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Alton Towers (Station). However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

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

The distance between Southampton and Alton Towers (Station) is 205 miles. The road distance is 176.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Alton Towers (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £130 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Southampton to Alton Towers (Station), including transfers.

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

Southampton to Alton Towers (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

Southampton to Alton Towers (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Alton Towers (Station) is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £130 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 53m.

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

Southampton to Alton Towers (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Southampton to Alton Towers (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Alton Towers (Station) is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Southampton to Alton Towers (Station).

Where can I stay near Alton Towers (Station)?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Alton Towers (Station) by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 59m
£138–189
Drive 175.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Alton Towers (Station)car 175.4 mi
3h 12m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Alton Towersbus
6h 53m
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the bus from Macclesfield Queen Victoria St to Alton Towersbus
4h 53m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham New St Station to Alton Towersbus
5h 51m

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 204.1 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Stoke-on-Trent hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Alton Towers via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 3, and Watford Junction station in around 6h 53m.

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