What is the cheapest way to get from Coventry to Alston?

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Alston is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coventry to Alston?

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Alston is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Alston?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry to Alston. However, there are services departing from Coventry University and arriving at Hendersons Garage via Asda, Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and The Courts. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Coventry to Alston?

The distance between Coventry and Alston is 241 miles. The road distance is 208.4 miles.

How do I travel from Coventry to Alston without a car?

The best way to get from Coventry to Alston without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 31m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Coventry to Alston?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Coventry to Alston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Alston bus from?

Coventry to Alston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Asda station.

Where does the Coventry to Alston bus arrive?

Coventry to Alston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Alston is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Coventry to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 402+ hotels available in Alston.

Coventry to Alston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Coventry to Alston 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 Coventry to CarlisleRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garage680A
5h 31m
Drive 207.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Coventry to Alston207.2 mi
3h 32m
£52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Asda to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotel
3. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garage
9h 5m
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle
3. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garage
7h 16m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 240.1 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Coventry, England and Alston, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Coventry University to Hendersons Garage via M&S, Asda, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Halston Hotel, and The Courts in around 9h 5m.

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