What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to The Smiler?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to The Smiler is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to The Smiler?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to The Smiler is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and The Smiler?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to The Smiler. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Alton Towers via Lordswood Rd and Wolverhampton Police Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Cardiff to The Smiler?

The distance between Cardiff and The Smiler is 162 miles. The road distance is 148.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to The Smiler without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to The Smiler without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 23m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to The Smiler?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Cardiff to The Smiler, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to The Smiler bus from?

Cardiff to The Smiler bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff to The Smiler bus arrive?

Cardiff to The Smiler bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to The Smiler?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to The Smiler is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Cardiff to The Smiler.

Where can I stay near The Smiler?

There are 1123+ hotels available in The Smiler.

Cardiff to The Smiler - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 103 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to The Smiler by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham New St Station to Alton Towers
5h 23m
Drive 147.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to The Smiler147.8 mi
2h 44m
£37–54
Train, line 103 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Bus Station103
5h 41m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Police StationX8
3. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Police Station to Alton Towers
6h 5m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 160.7 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and The Smiler, England?

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Smiler via Lordswood Rd, Wolverhampton Police Station, and Alton Towers in around 6h 5m.

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