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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to The Smiler is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to The Smiler is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and The Smiler?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to The Smiler. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Alton Towers Gate 01 via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Preston to The Smiler?

The distance between Preston and The Smiler is 80 miles. The road distance is 76.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to The Smiler without a car is to train and bus via Warrington which takes 3h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Preston to The Smiler, including transfers.

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

Preston to The Smiler bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Preston to The Smiler?

The best way to get from Preston to The Smiler is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Preston to The Smiler bus arrive?

Preston to The Smiler bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Preston to The Smiler?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to The Smiler is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Preston to The Smiler.

Where can I stay near The Smiler?

There are 1121+ hotels available in The Smiler.

Preston to The Smiler - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus via Warrington
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank QuayPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Warrington to Alton Towers
3h 5m
Drive 75.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to The Smiler75.8 mi
1h 34m
£19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to UttoxeterCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 54m
£31–91
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Piccadilly Fairfield St to Alton Towers
4h 3m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Alton Towers Gate 0132A
4h 48m

Preston to The Smiler by train, foot, and bus

5Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.4 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Preston to The Smiler via Crewe, Uttoxeter, Bus Station, and Alton Towers Gate 01 in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Smiler via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, and Alton Towers Gate 01 in around 4h 48m.

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