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

The cheapest way to get from Alton Towers to Welshpool is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton Towers to Welshpool is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Alton Towers and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton Towers to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Alton Towers and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Alton Towers to Welshpool?

The distance between Alton Towers and Welshpool is 88 miles. The road distance is 67.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton Towers to Welshpool without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Alton Towers to Welshpool, including transfers.

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

Alton Towers to Welshpool bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, depart from Alton Towers station.

Train or bus from Alton Towers to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Alton Towers to Welshpool is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Alton Towers to Welshpool bus arrive?

Alton Towers to Welshpool bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, arrive at Birmingham New St Station.

Can I drive from Alton Towers to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton Towers to Welshpool is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Alton Towers to Welshpool.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 523+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Alton Towers to Welshpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Wolverhampton Police Station
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Pola CinemaX75
3h 40m
Drive 67.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton Towers to Welshpool67.4 mi
1h 36m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Uttoxeter to CreweNewark Castle - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to ShrewsburyCrewe - Shrewsbury / ...
3h 40m
£40–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Birmingham New St Station
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
5h 32m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 87.6 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a vehicle from Alton Towers to Welshpool via Uttoxeter, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alton Towers to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Alton Towers, Birmingham New St Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 32m.

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