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

The cheapest way to get from Sale to Macclesfield is to line 249 bus and line 130 bus which costs £5 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sale to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 25 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Sale and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Sale to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Bridge Street via Wythenshawe Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Sale and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Sale to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Sale and arriving at Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Sale to Macclesfield?

The distance between Sale and Macclesfield is 23 miles. The road distance is 18.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sale to Macclesfield without a car is to tram and train which takes 55 min and costs £8 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Sale to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sale to Macclesfield bus from?

Sale to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from John Street station.

Where do I catch the Sale to Macclesfield train from?

Sale to Macclesfield train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Sale station.

Where does the Sale to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Sale to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Wythenshawe Interchange station.

Where does the Sale to Macclesfield train arrive?

Sale to Macclesfield train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Sale to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Sale to Macclesfield is 19 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Sale to Macclesfield.

Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1379+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

Sale to Macclesfield - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 249 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Sale to Macclesfield by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Sale to Piccadillytram Purple Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
55 min
£9–18
Line 249 bus, line 130 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Street to Wythenshawe Interchangebus 248 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wythenshawe Interchange to Bridge Streetbus 130
2h 44m
£5
Drive 18.7 mi
1. Drive from Sale to Macclesfieldcar 18.7 mi
25 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sale to Macclesfieldtaxi 18.7 mi
25 min
£40–50

Sale to Macclesfield by tram and train

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

You can take a bus from John Street to Bridge Street via Wythenshawe Interchange in around 2h 44m.

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