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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Wakefield is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Queen Elizabeth's School via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Wakefield?

The distance between Macclesfield and Wakefield is 57 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £19 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Macclesfield to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Wakefield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Wakefield is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 110 bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Macclesfield to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Wakefield is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Macclesfield to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Macclesfield to Wakefield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 110 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Macclesfield to Wakefield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 6m
£19–37
Drive 50.2 mi
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1. Drive from Macclesfield to Wakefieldcar 50.2 mi
1h 20m
£13–18
Bus, line 110 bus
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 Queen Elizabeth's Schoolbus 110
3h 21m
£15–37

Macclesfield to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 56.6 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Queen Elizabeth's School via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 21m.

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