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

The cheapest way to get from Skipton to Macclesfield is to bus and line 130 bus which costs £12 - £14 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skipton to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Skipton and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Skipton station to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand 3 and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Skipton and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Skipton to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Skipton and arriving at Macclesfield via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Skipton to Macclesfield?

The distance between Skipton and Macclesfield is 87 miles. The road distance is 65.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skipton to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £28 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Skipton to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skipton to Macclesfield bus from?

Skipton to Macclesfield bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station Stand 3.

Where do I catch the Skipton to Macclesfield train from?

Skipton to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Skipton station.

Train or bus from Skipton to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Skipton to Macclesfield is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £28 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Skipton to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Skipton to Macclesfield bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Skipton to Macclesfield train arrive?

Skipton to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Skipton to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Skipton to Macclesfield is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Skipton to Macclesfield.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Skipton to Leedstrain Skipton - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadillytrain Leeds - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 43m
£29–55
Bus, line 130 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 3 to Bus Stationbus M6
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
3. Take the bus from Wythenshawe Interchange to Bridge Streetbus 130
5h 40m
£12–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 3 to Bus Stationbus M6
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
3h 32m
£13–22
Drive 64.8 mi
1. Drive from Skipton to Macclesfieldcar 64.8 mi
1h 23m
£17–24

Skipton to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 87 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Skipton to Macclesfield via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand 3 to Macclesfield via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 32m.

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