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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £55 - £110 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Macclesfield via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Stranraer to Macclesfield?

The distance between Stranraer and Macclesfield is 340 miles. The road distance is 238.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Macclesfield bus from?

Stranraer to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Macclesfield train from?

Stranraer to Macclesfield train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield is to train which takes 7h and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Stranraer to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Stranraer to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stranraer to Macclesfield train arrive?

Stranraer to Macclesfield train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Macclesfield is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Stranraer to Macclesfield.

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

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Stranraer to Macclesfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain
7h
£109–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
8h 53m
£56–103
Drive 237.5 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Macclesfieldcar 237.5 mi
4h 9m
£59–85
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
7h 8m
Bus, train via Stockport
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Stockporttrain
8h

Stranraer to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 337.7 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Macclesfield via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Lancaster, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Macclesfield via Buchanan Bus Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 8h 53m.

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