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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Night Std and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Macclesfield?

The distance between Lancaster and Macclesfield is 70 miles. The road distance is 71.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £24 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Lancaster to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Macclesfield bus from?

Lancaster to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Macclesfield train from?

Lancaster to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Macclesfield is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £24 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Lancaster to Macclesfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lancaster to Macclesfield train arrive?

Lancaster to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Macclesfield is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Lancaster to Macclesfield.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 29m
£25–51
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181
1h 58m
£17–39
Drive 71.5 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Macclesfieldcar 71.5 mi
1h 17m
£18–26
Train, line 130 bus
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Airporttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Bridge Streetbus 130
3h 40m

Lancaster to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 69.5 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 29m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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