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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Alston is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Alston is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Alston?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham to Alston. However, there are services departing from Greyfriar Gate and arriving at Hendersons Garage via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and The Courts. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Alston?

The distance between Nottingham and Alston is 206 miles. The road distance is 159.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Alston without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Nottingham to Alston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Alston bus from?

Nottingham to Alston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Greyfriar Gate station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Alston?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Alston is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Nottingham to Alston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nottingham to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Alston is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Nottingham to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 392+ hotels available in Alston.

Nottingham to Alston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nottingham 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
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North LakesManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 43m
£87–189
Drive 158.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nottingham to Alston158.6 mi
2h 56m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriar Gate 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
7h 23m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisle
3. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garage
6h 33m
Train, bus via Leeds
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisle
3. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garage
8h 12m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nottingham to Alston.

Launch map view

Distance: 205.2 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Alston via Manchester Piccadilly and Penrith North Lakes in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriar Gate to Hendersons Garage via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Halston Hotel, and The Courts in around 7h 23m.

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