What is the cheapest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler?

The cheapest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler?

The fastest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Sutton Coldfield and The Smiler?

No, there is no direct bus from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler. 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 6m.

How far is it from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler?

The distance between Sutton Coldfield and The Smiler is 77 miles. The road distance is 35.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler bus from?

Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, depart from Birmingham New St Station.

Train or bus from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler?

The best way to get from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler bus arrive?

Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, arrive at Alton Towers station.

Can I drive from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler?

Yes, the driving distance between Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler is 35 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler.

Where can I stay near The Smiler?

There are 1128+ hotels available in The Smiler.

Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sutton Coldfield to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
3. Take the train from Derby to Uttoxeter
2h 44m
£39–73
Drive 35.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler35.1 mi
54 min
£9–13
Tram, bus
1. Take the tram from Grand Central New Street to Wolverhampton St George'sMetro
2. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Police Station to Alton Towers
3h 34m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham New St Station to Alton Towers
4h 6m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler35.1 mi
54 min
£75–95

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Distance: 76.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Sutton Coldfield, England and The Smiler, England?

You can take a train from Sutton Coldfield to The Smiler via Birmingham New Street, Derby, and Uttoxeter in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, The Coach Company UK operates a bus from Birmingham New St Station to Alton Towers once a week, and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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What companies run services between Sutton Coldfield, England and The Smiler, England?

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