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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £16 - £24.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Alton Towers (Station). However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C and arriving at Alton Towers Entrance via Bus Station and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station). However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Longton via Shrewsbury and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

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

The distance between Welshpool and Alton Towers (Station) is 82 miles. The road distance is 68.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station), including transfers.

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

Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C.

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

Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 39m.

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

Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

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

Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station).

Where can I stay near Alton Towers (Station)?

There are 1288+ hotels available in Alton Towers (Station).

Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain Shrewsbury - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Longtontrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 14m
£59–88
Drive 67.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station)car 67.8 mi
1h 37m
£17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Wolverhamptontrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Police Station to Alton Towersbus
3h 32m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C to Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to bus stationbus 64
3. Take the bus from bus station to Alton Towers Entrancebus 32A
5h 39m
Bus via Royal Oak Hotel
1. Take the bus from Royal Oak Hotel to Bus Stationbus X75
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to bus stationbus 64
3. Take the bus from bus station to Alton Towers Entrancebus 32A
5h 47m

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Distance: 81.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Alton Towers (Station) via Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Longton in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C to Alton Towers Entrance via Bus Station and bus station in around 5h 39m.

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