What is the cheapest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers?

The cheapest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers?

The fastest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Sutton Coldfield and Alton Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers. However, there are services departing from Riland Rd and arriving at Alton Towers via Birmingham New St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers?

The distance between Sutton Coldfield and Alton Towers is 78 miles. The road distance is 36.4 miles.

How do I travel from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers without a car?

The best way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers bus from?

Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Riland Rd station.

Train or bus from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers?

The best way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers bus arrive?

Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Dale House station.

Can I drive from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers is 36 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers.

Where can I stay near Alton Towers?

There are 1140+ hotels available in Alton Towers.

Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DerbyBirmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to UttoxeterNewark Castle - Crewe / ...
2h 47m
£43–76
Drive 36.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers36.2 mi
58 min
£9–14
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sutton Coldfield to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton
3. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Police Station to Alton Towers
3h 5m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers36.2 mi
58 min
£75–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riland Rd to Dale HouseX4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham New St Station to Alton Towers
4h 1m

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Distance: 77.7 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Sutton Coldfield, England and Alton Towers, England?

You can take a train from Sutton Coldfield to Alton Towers via Birmingham New Street, Derby, and Uttoxeter in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Riland Rd to Alton Towers via Dale House, Birmingham New St Station, and Alton Towers in around 4h 1m.

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