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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Leicester is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Leicester via Stoke-on-Trent and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Leicester?

The distance between Macclesfield and Leicester is 87 miles. The road distance is 71.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Macclesfield to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Leicester train from?

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

Where does the Macclesfield to Leicester train arrive?

Macclesfield to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Leicester is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Macclesfield to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 988+ hotels available in Leicester.

Macclesfield to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Macclesfield to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
2. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Nuneatontrain
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Leicestertrain
2h 25m
£31–58
Drive 71.5 mi
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1. Drive from Macclesfield to Leicestercar 71.5 mi
1h 38m
£18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Nuneatontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Peter's Lanebus 148
3h 8m
£23–47
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
2h 29m
£44–76
Train via Derby
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Leicestertrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2h 47m
£38–63

Macclesfield to Leicester by train

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Distance: 87 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Leicester via Stoke-on-Trent and Nuneaton in around 2h 25m.

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