What is the cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen?

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen?

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Costa Coffee via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Kirkby Stephen via Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen?

The distance between Macclesfield and Kirkby Stephen is 119 miles. The road distance is 103.5 miles.

How do I travel from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen without a car?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 33m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £100 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephen.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Stephen?

There are 629+ hotels available in Kirkby Stephen.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Pennine Hotelbus S5
4h 33m
Drive 102.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Kirkby Stephencar 102.9 mi
2h 12m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Costa Coffeebus 563
5h 55m
£28–61
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Kirkby Stephentrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
5h 49m
£52–98

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Kirkby Stephen, England?

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Costa Coffee via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Pennine Hotel via Manchester Piccadilly, Leeds, Kirkby Stephen, and Rail Station in around 5h 49m.

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