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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Carlisle to Alton Towers

Composite routes from Carlisle to Alton Towers

Cheapest
2 h 57 min
Car
270 km.
from $14
Other
4 h 13 min
Train, bus via Warrington, Train, bus via Warrington
222 km.
from $5.43
4 h 55 min
Train, Bus
222 km.
Select a ticket
6 h 17 min
222 km.
Select a ticket
7 h 3 min
222 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Carlisle to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

The Coach Company UK

Phone:
+44 330 174 0598
Email:
Website:
thecoachcompany.co.uk/
Bus from Warrington to Alton
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Bus from Manchester Piccadilly Fairfield St to Alton
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once a week

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Warrington
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$189.87

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Carlisle to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Warrington
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Once a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers is to drive which costs $53.26 - $81.52 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Alton Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Alton Towers. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Alton Towers via Manchester Piccadilly Fairfield St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Alton Towers?

The distance between Carlisle and Alton Towers is 272 km. The road distance is 270.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers without a car is to train and bus via Warrington which takes 4h 13m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Carlisle to Alton Towers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Alton Towers bus from?

Carlisle to Alton Towers bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Alton Towers bus arrive?

Carlisle to Alton Towers bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester, Coach Station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Alton Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Alton Towers is 270 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Carlisle to Alton Towers.

Where can I stay near Alton Towers?

There are 961+ hotels available in Alton Towers. Prices start at $43.10 per night.
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