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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Macclesfield is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £70 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Macclesfield via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Macclesfield?

The distance between Chelmsford and Macclesfield is 199 miles. The road distance is 181.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Chelmsford to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Macclesfield train from?

Chelmsford to Macclesfield train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or fly from Chelmsford to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Macclesfield is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £170 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Macclesfield train arrive?

Chelmsford to Macclesfield train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Macclesfield is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Chelmsford to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Chelmsford to Macclesfield - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Chelmsford to Macclesfield by train, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Macclesfieldtrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 23m
£71–114
Drive 180.7 mi
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1. Drive from Chelmsford to Macclesfieldcar 180.7 mi
3h 42m
£45–65
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain
4h 25m
£92–312
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfieldtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 23m
£100–158
Fly London Stansted Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
5h 48m
£55–161
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 52m
£232–420
Fly London Stansted Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 49m
£61–177
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
6h 27m
£100–211

Chelmsford to Macclesfield by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 197.6 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Macclesfield via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, Ryanair UK, Ryanair, and easyJet fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 3 times a day.

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