How to get from Balsall Heath West to Alton by bus and train?

From Balsall Heath West to Alton by bus and train

To get from Balsall Heath West to Alton in West Midlands, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Birmingham New Street station to Stafford station. Next, take the X41 bus from Railway Station station to Knight Lane station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min.

135min
Walk to train station
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - X41
X41
Walk to Alton
Leaves from Birmingham New Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Birmingham New Street
    1.44 km • 19 min
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stafford
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station
    ID stadadwm
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - X41X41
    Wait for bus
    X41
    Alton Towers
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Knight Lane
    ID stagjmda
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to Alton
    Walk to
    Alton
    480 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in West Midlands.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transport directions from Balsall Heath West to Alton

The distance between Balsall Heath West, West Midlands and Alton, West Midlands is approximately 82.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 135 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balsall Heath West to Alton by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in West Midlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Balsall Heath West

Balsall Heath West is located at Balsall Heath West, West Midlands and the nearest public transport station is Five Ways.

Train stations close to Balsall Heath West:

  • Five Ways

Bus stations close to Balsall Heath West:

  • Bellevue
  • Barrow Walk
  • Belgrave Interchange

Public transport stations close to Alton, West Midlands

Alton is located at Alton, West Midlands and the nearest public transport station is Saltersford Lane.

Bus stations close to Alton:

  • Saltersford Lane
  • Alton Towers Gate 01
  • Knight Lane

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Balsall Heath West to Alton?

    The fastest way takes 135 minutes, using Bus line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line X41.

  • Is there a direct train between Balsall Heath West and Alton in West Midlands?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Balsall Heath West to Alton in West Midlands?

    The CROSSCOUNTRY train line goes from Birmingham New Street station near Balsall Heath West to Manchester Piccadilly station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Manchester Piccadilly station near Alton in West Midlands

  • How long does it take to travel from Balsall Heath West to Alton in West Midlands by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Balsall Heath West and Alton in West Midlands by train and bus is about 2 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Balsall Heath West to get to Alton in West Midlands?

    Get on the CROSSCOUNTRY train from the Birmingham New Street station near Balsall Heath West in West Midlands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Balsall Heath West and Alton in West Midlands?

    Get off the train at the Manchester Piccadilly stop, which is closest to Alton in West Midlands.