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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Rothwell is to bus and line 444 bus which costs £12 - £26 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Rothwell is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Rothwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Rothwell. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Park West via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Rothwell?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Rothwell. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Woodlesford via Manchester Piccadilly and Castleford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Rothwell?

The distance between Macclesfield and Rothwell is 68 miles. The road distance is 59.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Rothwell without a car is to train and line 444 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Macclesfield to Rothwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Rothwell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Rothwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Rothwell?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Rothwell is to bus and line 444 bus which takes 3h 16m and costs £12 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Rothwell bus arrive?

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

Where does the Macclesfield to Rothwell train arrive?

Macclesfield to Rothwell train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Rothwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Rothwell is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Macclesfield to Rothwell.

Where can I stay near Rothwell?

There are 2133+ hotels available in Rothwell.

Macclesfield to Rothwell - 5 ways to travel via train, line 444 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 444 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Park Westbus 444 / ...
2h 51m
£21–37
Bus, line 444 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 Park Westbus 444 / ...
3h 16m
£13–25
Drive 59.1 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Rothwellcar 59.1 mi
1h 21m
£15–22
Train
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York
3h 11m
£21–39
Bus, line 444 bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk073 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Park Westbus 444 / ...
3h 32m
£13–25

Macclesfield to Rothwell by train and bus

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Distance: 67.8 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Rothwell, Leeds, England?

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Park West via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Styebank Lane via Manchester Piccadilly, Castleford, Woodlesford, and Woodlesford Station in around 3h 11m.

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