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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Swansea is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent rail station and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station via Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Swansea via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Swansea?

The distance between Macclesfield and Swansea is 227 miles. The road distance is 162.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Macclesfield to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Swansea bus from?

Macclesfield to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Swansea?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Swansea bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Swansea train arrive?

Macclesfield to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Swansea is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Macclesfield to Swansea.

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

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Macclesfield to Swansea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 38 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 29m
£114–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
7h 56m
£29–51
Drive 161.6 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Swanseacar 161.6 mi
3h 44m
£40–58
Line 38 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 38
2. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
5h 42m
£73–133

Macclesfield to Swansea by train

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4h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Swansea via Bristol Parkway in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Swansea City Bus Station via Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, bus station, Stoke-on-Trent, and Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 7h 56m.

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