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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Penrith to Macclesfield?

The distance between Penrith and Macclesfield is 121 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Penrith to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Macclesfield bus from?

Penrith to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Macclesfield train from?

Penrith to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Penrith to Macclesfield is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Penrith to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Penrith to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Penrith to Macclesfield train arrive?

Penrith to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Macclesfield is 119 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Penrith to Macclesfield.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 9m
£35–61
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
2h 43m
£22–38
Drive 118.3 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Macclesfieldcar 118.3 mi
1h 59m
£30–43
Train via Stockport
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Stockporttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
2h 51m
£40–66

Penrith to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 120.4 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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