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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £45 - £140 and takes 12h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Great Queen Street and arriving at Lidl via Manchester Airport The Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Macclesfield and Ilfracombe is 283 miles. The road distance is 235.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Ilfracombe bus from?

Macclesfield to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Airport The Station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £140 and takes 12h 4m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Ilfracombe is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2037+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Macclesfield to Ilfracombe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Macclesfield to Ilfracombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 39m
£121–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
12h 4m
£49–132
Drive 234.4 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Ilfracombecar 234.4 mi
4h 41m
£59–84
Fly, train, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Lidlbus
6h 20m
£104–256
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 30m
£110–186
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 55m
£111–207

Macclesfield to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 281.4 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Lidl via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Queen Street to Lidl via Manchester Airport The Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 12h 4m.

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