What is the cheapest way to get from Accrington to Macclesfield?

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Accrington to Macclesfield?

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Accrington and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Accrington to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Infant Street and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Accrington to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Macclesfield via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Accrington to Macclesfield?

The distance between Accrington and Macclesfield is 52 miles. The road distance is 43 miles.

How do I travel from Accrington to Macclesfield without a car?

The best way to get from Accrington to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £20 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Accrington to Macclesfield?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Accrington to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Macclesfield bus from?

Accrington to Macclesfield bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Infant Street station.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Macclesfield train from?

Accrington to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Accrington station.

Train or bus from Accrington to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Accrington to Macclesfield is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £20 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Accrington to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Accrington to Macclesfield bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Accrington to Macclesfield train arrive?

Accrington to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Accrington to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Macclesfield is 43 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Accrington to Macclesfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Accrington to Macclesfield?

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Accrington to Macclesfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Accrington to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Accrington to Manchester Victoriatrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 44m
£20–41
Drive 42.8 mi
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1. Drive from Accrington to Macclesfieldcar 42.8 mi
55 min
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill Interchangebus X41
2h 5m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Accrington to Macclesfieldtaxi 42.8 mi
55 min
£90–110
Bus, tram, line 130 bus
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill Interchangebus X41
2. Take the tram from Shudehill to Wythenshawe Town Centretram
3. Take the bus from Wythenshawe Interchange to Bridge Streetbus 130
4h 13m

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Distance: 51.7 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Accrington to Macclesfield via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, The Blackburn Bus Company operates a bus from Infant Street to Shudehill Interchange every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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