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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Bideford is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Bideford is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent rail station and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Bideford?

The distance between Macclesfield and Bideford is 281 miles. The road distance is 244.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Macclesfield to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Bideford bus from?

Macclesfield to Bideford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Bideford train from?

Macclesfield to Bideford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Macclesfield station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Bideford?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Bideford bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Bideford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Bideford train arrive?

Macclesfield to Bideford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Bideford is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Macclesfield to Bideford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Exeter St Davidstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 17m
£119–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 105
10h 18m
£45–80
Drive 243.4 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Bidefordcar 243.4 mi
4h 17m
£60–87
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 5m
£110–183
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
10h 34m
£111–196

Macclesfield to Bideford by train and bus

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6h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 279.2 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, Stoke-on-Trent, Birmingham - Jennens Road, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 18m.

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