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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Ilkley is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Ilkley is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Railway Road via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Ilkley via Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Ilkley?

The distance between Macclesfield and Ilkley is 77 miles. The road distance is 63.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £27 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Macclesfield to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Ilkley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Ilkley train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Ilkley is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Ilkley bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Ilkley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Ilkley is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Macclesfield to Ilkley.

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

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Macclesfield to Ilkley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley
2h 47m
£27–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84 / ...
4h 3m
£16–37
Drive 63.1 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Ilkleycar 63.1 mi
1h 36m
£16–23
Bus via Brierfield
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
5h 37m
£16–24

Macclesfield to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 77 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Ilkley via Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Railway Road via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 3m.

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