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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £12 - £25 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Macclesfield is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent rail station via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Macclesfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Macclesfield. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Macclesfield?

The distance between Birmingham and Macclesfield is 64 miles. The road distance is 64.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £35 - £50.

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

The train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfield takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Macclesfield bus from?

Birmingham to Macclesfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Macclesfield train from?

Birmingham to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Macclesfield is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £25 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Birmingham to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Birmingham to Macclesfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where does the Birmingham to Macclesfield train arrive?

Birmingham to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Macclesfield station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Macclesfield is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Birmingham to Macclesfield.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Macclesfield?

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfieldtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 3m
£35–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk076 / ...
1h 48m
£12–25
Drive 64.2 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Macclesfieldcar 64.2 mi
1h 21m
£16–23

Birmingham to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 63.9 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfield hourly. Tickets cost £35–50 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Stoke-on-Trent every 4 hours. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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