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How to get fromGreater Manchester to Macclesfieldby bus, train, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Macclesfield by bus, train, taxi, or car

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  1. Line 42 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Platt Fields Park to Stockport Interchangebus bus 42
    2. Take the train from Stockport to Macclesfieldtrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
    1h 7m
    £6–11

  2. Drive  17.1 mi

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    1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Macclesfieldcar car 17.1 mi
    28 min
    £5–7

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Macclesfieldtaxi taxi 17.1 mi
    28 min
    £35–45

Greater Manchester to Macclesfield by bus, foot, and train

Calendar225Weekly Services
Duration1h 7mAverage Duration
Ticket£6Cheapest Price
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Map of how to get from Greater Manchester to Macclesfield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 18.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Macclesfield, England?

There is no direct connection from Greater Manchester to Macclesfield. However, you can take the line 42 bus to Stockport Interchange, walk to Stockport, then take the train to Macclesfield. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Macclesfield.

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