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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle 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 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Macclesfield?

The distance between Carlisle and Macclesfield is 139 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Carlisle to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Macclesfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Macclesfield train from?

Carlisle to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Macclesfield is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Carlisle to Macclesfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Macclesfield train arrive?

Carlisle to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Macclesfield is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Carlisle to Macclesfield.

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

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Carlisle to Macclesfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 23m
£48–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
3h 43m
£29–69
Drive 137 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Macclesfieldcar 137 mi
2h 21m
£34–49
Train, line 38 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Railway Stationbus 38
3h 33m
£29–85

Carlisle to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 138.1 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £23–55 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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