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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Durham is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Durham is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Durham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Sutton Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Durham. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Durham via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Durham?

The distance between Macclesfield and Durham is 151 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Macclesfield to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Durham train from?

Macclesfield to Durham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Durham?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Durham is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Durham bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sutton Street station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Durham train arrive?

Macclesfield to Durham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Durham is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Macclesfield to Durham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

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Macclesfield to Durham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 60 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 34m
£51–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sutton Streetbus 177
4h 19m
£28–68
Drive 130.7 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Durhamcar 130.7 mi
2h 50m
£32–46
Line 60 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
2. Take the train from New Mills Central to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Durhamtrain
4h 30m
£77–117

Macclesfield to Durham by train

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Distance: 150.3 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Durham every 4 hours. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sutton Street 6 times a week. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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