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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Piccadilly Gardens via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Macclesfield via Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Macclesfield?

The distance between Glasgow and Macclesfield is 241 miles. The road distance is 232.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Glasgow to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Macclesfield bus from?

Glasgow to Macclesfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Macclesfield train from?

Glasgow to Macclesfield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Macclesfield is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 4h 41m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £170 and takes 5h.

Where does the Glasgow to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Glasgow to Macclesfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Glasgow to Macclesfield train arrive?

Glasgow to Macclesfield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Macclesfield is 232 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Glasgow to Macclesfield.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Macclesfield?

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 57m
£85–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 41m
£33–57
Drive 231 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Macclesfieldcar 231 mi
3h 53m
£57–82
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h
£57–167
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
4h
£74–154
Bus, line 130 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Bridge Streetbus 130
8h
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 40m
£65–184
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Macclesfieldtrain
4h 41m
£64–150
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Macclesfieldtrain
5h 30m
£71–159

Glasgow to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 239.1 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Macclesfield via Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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