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

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunderland to Alton Towers by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Newcastle to Sheffieldtrain train Newcastle - Reading / ...
    2. Take the bus from Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str to Alton Towersbus bus
    4h 56m

  2. Drive 162.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Sunderland to Alton Towerscar car 162.9 mi
    3h 12m
    £40–58

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus Stationbus bus Uk010
    2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural B to Alton Towersbus bus
    5h 32m

  4. Bus via Leeds

    1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus bus 133 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural B to Alton Towersbus bus
    5h 47m

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 183.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Interchange to Alton Towers via Leeds City Bus Station, Leeds Cultural B, and Alton Towers in around 5h 32m.

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