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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Macclesfield is to bus and line 130 bus which costs £14 - £17 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Macclesfield via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Macclesfield?

The distance between Ilkley and Macclesfield is 77 miles. The road distance is 63.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Ilkley to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Macclesfield bus from?

Ilkley to Macclesfield bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Railway Road station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Macclesfield train from?

Ilkley to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Ilkley station.

Train or bus from Ilkley to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Macclesfield is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Ilkley to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Ilkley to Macclesfield bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Macclesfield train arrive?

Ilkley to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Macclesfield is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Ilkley to Macclesfield.

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

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Ilkley to Macclesfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 130 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilkley to Macclesfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadillytrain Leeds - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 30m
£26–48
Bus, line 130 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Bus Stationbus M4
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Printworksbus X43
3. Take the bus from Wythenshawe Interchange to Bridge Streetbus 130
6h 47m
£14–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 42m
£16–35
Drive 63 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Macclesfieldcar 63 mi
1h 34m
£16–23

Ilkley to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 77 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Macclesfield via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Macclesfield via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 42m.

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