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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Macclesfield is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £17 - £35 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Macclesfield via York and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Darlington to Macclesfield?

The distance between Darlington and Macclesfield is 129 miles. The road distance is 114 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Macclesfield without a car is to train via York which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Darlington to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Macclesfield bus from?

Darlington to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Macclesfield train from?

Darlington to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Darlington to Macclesfield is to train via York which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Darlington to Macclesfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Darlington to Macclesfield train arrive?

Darlington to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Macclesfield is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Darlington to Macclesfield.

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

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Darlington to Macclesfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Yorktrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 58m
£44–87
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
3h 32m
£18–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
3h 13m
£25–60
Drive 113.4 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Macclesfieldcar 113.4 mi
2h 29m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 59m
£48–86

Darlington to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 127.8 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Macclesfield via York and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £19–50 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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