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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Alton is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Alton is to train via London which takes 3h 42m and costs £80 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Alton. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Alton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Alton?

The distance between Macclesfield and Alton is 215 miles. The road distance is 182.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Alton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 42m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Macclesfield to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Alton train from?

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

Where does the Macclesfield to Alton train arrive?

Macclesfield to Alton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Alton is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Macclesfield to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 483+ hotels available in Alton.

Macclesfield to Alton - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and line 13 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Macclesfield to Alton by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 42m
£80–151
Drive 181.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Altoncar 181.5 mi
3h 49m
£45–64
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Woking to Altontrain
4h 35m
£73–282
Train
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 40m
£99–139
Fly to Southampton Airport, train, line 13 bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cemeterybus
4h 30m
£92–211

Macclesfield to Alton by train, foot, and bus

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213.9 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Alton, Hampshire, England?

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Alton via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 42m.

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