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

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to The Smiler is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coventry to The Smiler is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and The Smiler?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry station to The Smiler. However, there are services departing from Pool Meadow Bus Station and arriving at Alton Towers Gate 01 via Newhall St and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Coventry to The Smiler?

The distance between Coventry and The Smiler is 70 miles. The road distance is 54.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coventry to The Smiler without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Coventry to The Smiler, including transfers.

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

Coventry to The Smiler bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Coventry to The Smiler bus arrive?

Coventry to The Smiler bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Coventry to The Smiler?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to The Smiler is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Coventry to The Smiler.

Where can I stay near The Smiler?

There are 1121+ hotels available in The Smiler.

Coventry to The Smiler - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Coventry 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 Coventry to WolverhamptonBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Police Station to Alton Towers
3h 16m
Drive 54.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Coventry to The Smiler54.5 mi
1h 12m
£14–20
Train, bus via Derby
1. Take the train from Coventry to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
3. Take the train from Derby to Uttoxeter
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Alton Towers Gate 0132A
4h 8m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham New St Station to Alton Towers
3h 44m
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Alton Towers Gate 0132A
4h 8m
Bus via Belgrade Theatre
1. Take the bus from Belgrade Theatre to BullringX1
2. Take the bus from Birmingham New St Station to Alton Towers
4h 41m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 69.4 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

The Coach Company UK operates a bus from Birmingham New St Station to Alton Towers once a week, and the journey takes 2h 15m.

Train operators

Bus operators

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