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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Ambleside is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Ambleside is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Vicarage Road via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Ambleside?

The distance between Macclesfield and Ambleside is 104 miles. The road distance is 104.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Macclesfield to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Ambleside bus from?

Macclesfield to Ambleside bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Ambleside train from?

Macclesfield to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Ambleside?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Ambleside is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Ambleside bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Ambleside bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Macclesfield to Ambleside train arrive?

Macclesfield to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Ambleside is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Macclesfield to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Macclesfield to Ambleside - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 555 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
3h 54m
£39–76
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
5h 49m
£22–44
Drive 103.6 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Amblesidecar 103.6 mi
1h 50m
£26–37
Train, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
3h 58m
£37–74

Macclesfield to Ambleside by train and bus

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Distance: 103.9 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermere 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Vicarage Road via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 49m.

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