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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Blackburn is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Blackburn is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Arrival Stand via Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Blackburn via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Blackburn?

The distance between Macclesfield and Blackburn is 42 miles. The road distance is 44.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £14 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Macclesfield to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Blackburn bus from?

Macclesfield to Blackburn bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Blackburn is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus and line 1 bus, which costs and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Blackburn bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Blackburn bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Blackburn train arrive?

Macclesfield to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Blackburn is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Macclesfield to Blackburn.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Macclesfield to Blackburn?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Boltontrain
3. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
1h 47m
£14–31
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 540
2h 44m
£11–26
Drive 44.2 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Blackburncar 44.2 mi
1h 3m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macclesfield to Blackburntaxi 44.2 mi
1h 3m
£90–110
Line 37 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Arrival Standbus 1
3h 12m

Macclesfield to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Blackburn via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Arrival Stand via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly Gardens, and Bolton Interchange in around 3h 12m.

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