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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Southport is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Southport is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Southport. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station and arriving at Duke Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Southport. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Southport via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Southport?

The distance between Macclesfield and Southport is 56 miles. The road distance is 52.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Southport without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £20 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Macclesfield to Southport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Southport bus from?

Macclesfield to Southport bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Southport train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Southport?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Southport is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £20 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £26 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Southport bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Southport bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Southport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Southport is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Macclesfield to Southport.

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

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Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 1989+ hotels available in Southport.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2h 16m
£20–41
Drive 52.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Southportcar 52.2 mi
1h 9m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2
3h 55m
£14–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macclesfield to Southporttaxi 52.2 mi
1h 9m
£110–130
Line 130 bus, line 248 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wythenshawe Interchangebus 130
2. Take the bus from Wythenshawe Interchange to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 248
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Duke Streetbus 375 / ...
6h 24m

Macclesfield to Southport by train

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Distance: 55.4 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Southport via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Duke Street via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 3h 55m.

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