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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent rail station via Birmingham - Jennens Road and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Macclesfield via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Swansea to Macclesfield?

The distance between Swansea and Macclesfield is 227 miles. The road distance is 162.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Swansea to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Macclesfield bus from?

Swansea to Macclesfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Macclesfield train from?

Swansea to Macclesfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Swansea to Macclesfield is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Swansea to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Swansea to Macclesfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Swansea to Macclesfield train arrive?

Swansea to Macclesfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Macclesfield is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Swansea to Macclesfield.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Macclesfield?

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Swansea to Macclesfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 38 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Swansea to Macclesfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Macclesfieldtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 2m
£110–175
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk076 / ...
7h 1m
£29–51
Drive 162 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Macclesfieldcar 162 mi
3h 45m
£40–58
Train, line 38 bus
1. Take the train from Swansea to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Railway Stationbus 38
5h 34m
£76–129

Swansea to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 226.1 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Macclesfield via Bristol Parkway in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Macclesfield via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Stoke-on-Trent, bus station, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 7h 1m.

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