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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley station to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Macclesfield via Salford Crescent and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Burnley to Macclesfield?

The distance between Burnley and Macclesfield is 49 miles. The road distance is 46.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Burnley to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Macclesfield bus from?

Burnley to Macclesfield bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Macclesfield train from?

Burnley to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Burnley to Macclesfield is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Burnley to Macclesfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Burnley to Macclesfield train arrive?

Burnley to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Macclesfield is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Burnley to Macclesfield.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Burnley to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Salford Crescenttrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 4m
£18–35
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2h 6m
£11–18
Drive 45.8 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Macclesfieldcar 45.8 mi
1h 3m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burnley to Macclesfieldtaxi 45.8 mi
1h 3m
£95–120

Burnley to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Macclesfield via Salford Crescent and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, The Burnley Bus Company operates a bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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