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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 55m.

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 21m and costs £70 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent rail station via Coach Station, Coventry and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

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 21m.

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 21m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Chelmsford to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Macclesfield bus from?

Chelmsford to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Macclesfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chelmsford to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Macclesfield is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

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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Chelmsford to Macclesfield - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Chelmsford to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
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 21m
£71–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Coventry to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980
7h 55m
£37–65
Drive 180.7 mi
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 14m
£92–313
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 54m
£55–142
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 54m
£222–381
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 44m
£61–177
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 7m
£122–283

Chelmsford to Macclesfield by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 197.6 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Macclesfield via Coach Station, Coventry, Stoke-on-Trent, bus station, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 7h 55m.

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