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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Burnley is to line 130 bus and tram and bus which costs £9 - £11 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Burnley is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station and arriving at Mechanics Institute via Printworks. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Burnley?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Burnley?

The distance between Macclesfield and Burnley is 45 miles. The road distance is 46.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Burnley without a car is to bus via Printworks which takes 2h 5m and costs £10 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Macclesfield to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Burnley bus from?

Macclesfield to Burnley bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Printworks station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Burnley train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Burnley?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Burnley is to bus via Printworks which takes 2h 5m and costs £10 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Burnley bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Burnley bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Mechanics Institute station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Burnley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Burnley is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Macclesfield to Burnley.

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

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Macclesfield to Burnley - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Macclesfield to Burnley by bus, train, car, taxi, or tram

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Bus via Printworks
best
1. Take the bus from Printworks to Mechanics Institutebus X43
2h 5m
£11–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Mechanics Institutebus X43
2h 36m
£9–14
Train
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
2h 5m
£16–31
Drive 46.1 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Burnleycar 46.1 mi
1h 3m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macclesfield to Burnleytaxi 46.1 mi
1h 3m
£200–240
Line 130 bus, tram, bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wythenshawe Interchangebus 130
2. Take the tram from Wythenshawe Town Centre to Shudehilltram
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics Institutebus X43
3h 34m
£9–11

Macclesfield to Burnley by train and bus

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Distance: 44.8 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

The Burnley Bus Company operates a bus from Printworks to Mechanics Institute every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Burnley Manchester Road via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 5m.

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