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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to The Smiler is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to The Smiler is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterfield and The Smiler?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterfield to The Smiler. However, there are services departing from Donkey Derby and arriving at Alton Towers via Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to The Smiler?

The distance between Chesterfield and The Smiler is 53 miles. The road distance is 33.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to The Smiler without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Chesterfield to The Smiler, including transfers.

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

Chesterfield to The Smiler bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Donkey Derby station.

Where does the Chesterfield to The Smiler bus arrive?

Chesterfield to The Smiler bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Paternoster Row/SS2 station.

Can I drive from Chesterfield to The Smiler?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to The Smiler is 34 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Chesterfield to The Smiler.

Where can I stay near The Smiler?

There are 1126+ hotels available in The Smiler.

Chesterfield to The Smiler - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 43 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Chesterfield to The Smiler by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Chesterfield to Derby
2. Take the train from Derby to Uttoxeter
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Alton Towers Gate 0132A
3h 6m
Drive 33.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chesterfield to The Smiler33.7 mi
54 min
£9–13
Line 43 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Donkey Derby to Paternoster Row/SS243 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str to Alton Towers
3h 22m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chesterfield to The Smiler33.7 mi
54 min
£70–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from New Beetwell Street to Bus StationCmt
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationSw
4h 15m
£9–14

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 52.7 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Chesterfield, England and The Smiler, England?

You can take a bus from Donkey Derby to The Smiler via Paternoster Row/SS2, Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str, and Alton Towers in around 3h 22m.

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