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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Macclesfield via Bolton and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Southport to Macclesfield?

The distance between Southport and Macclesfield is 56 miles. The road distance is 53 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Southport to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Macclesfield train from?

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

Where does the Southport to Macclesfield train arrive?

Southport to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Southport to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Macclesfield is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Southport to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Southport to Macclesfield - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 38 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Boltontrain
2. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain
1h 58m
£17–35
Drive 52.7 mi
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1. Drive from Southport to Macclesfieldcar 52.7 mi
1h 10m
£14–19
Train, line 38 bus
1. Take the train from Southport to Liverpool Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Crewetrain
3. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Railway Stationbus 38
3h 35m
£25–53

Southport to Macclesfield by train

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.3 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a train from Southport to Macclesfield via Bolton and Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 58m.

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