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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Macclesfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Macclesfield. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Macclesfield?

The distance between Plymouth and Macclesfield is 282 miles. The road distance is 261.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £150 - £220.

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

The train from Plymouth to Macclesfield takes 4h 37m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Macclesfield train from?

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

Where does the Plymouth to Macclesfield train arrive?

Plymouth to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Macclesfield station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Macclesfield is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Plymouth to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1371+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

Plymouth to Macclesfield - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Plymouth to Macclesfield by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Macclesfieldtrain Plymouth - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 37m
£150–220
Drive 259.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plymouth to Macclesfieldcar 259.8 mi
4h 30m
£64–92
Train to Exeter, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
4h 32m
£109–218
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfieldtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 57m
£154–215
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Cardiff Centraltrain Plymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
8h 6m
£130–234
Train, line 57 bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
2. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NQY - MAN
6h 17m
£82–200

Plymouth to Macclesfield by train

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 280 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Macclesfield 4 times a week. Tickets cost £150–220 and the journey takes 4h 37m.

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