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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Macclesfield via Bolton and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Macclesfield?

The distance between Blackburn and Macclesfield is 42 miles. The road distance is 44.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £14 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Blackburn to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Macclesfield bus from?

Blackburn to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Macclesfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackburn to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Macclesfield is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £14 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £26 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Blackburn to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Blackburn to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackburn to Macclesfield train arrive?

Blackburn to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Macclesfield is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Blackburn to Macclesfield.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Boltontrain
2. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain
1h 33m
£14–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540
2h 3m
£11–25
Drive 44.5 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Macclesfieldcar 44.5 mi
1h 3m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackburn to Macclesfieldtaxi 44.5 mi
1h 3m
£90–120
Line 481 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bury Interchangebus 481
2. Take the tram from Bury to Piccadillytram Blue Line
2h 43m
£12–21

Blackburn to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a train from Blackburn to Macclesfield via Bolton and Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 33m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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