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

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

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from York to Sheffieldtrain train Newcastle - Reading / ...
    2. Take the bus from Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str to Alton Towersbus bus
    3h 2m

  2. Drive 97.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from York to Alton Towerscar car 97.2 mi
    2h 8m
    £24–35

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Blossom Street to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus bus 843 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural B to Alton Towersbus bus
    4h 39m

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  • Distance: 92.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Blossom Street to Alton Towers via Leeds Bus Station Entrance, Leeds Cultural B, and Alton Towers in around 4h 39m.

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