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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Macclesfield is to line 555 bus and bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambleside to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Salutation Hotel and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Blackhall Road and Bus Station Night Std. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Macclesfield?

The distance between Ambleside and Macclesfield is 106 miles. The road distance is 104.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Macclesfield without a car is to line 555 bus and train which takes 3h 48m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Ambleside to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Macclesfield bus from?

Ambleside to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Salutation Hotel station.

Where does the Ambleside to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Ambleside to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Blackhall Road station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Macclesfield is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Ambleside to Macclesfield.

Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1360+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

Ambleside to Macclesfield - 3 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Ambleside to Macclesfield by bus, train, or car

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Line 555 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Salutation Hotel to Blackhall Roadbus 555
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 48m
£37–75
Line 555 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salutation Hotel to Blackhall Roadbus 555
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Bus Stationbus 555
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181
5h 30m
£22–45
Drive 104.1 mi
1. Drive from Ambleside to Macclesfieldcar 104.1 mi
1h 51m
£26–37

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Distance: 105.3 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a bus from Salutation Hotel to Macclesfield via Blackhall Road, Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 30m.

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