The average bus between Wilmslow and Appleton Thorn takes 2h 45m and the fastest bus takes 2h 10m. The bus service runs several times per day from Wilmslow to Appleton Thorn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Wilmslow and Appleton Thorn. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wilmslow is at 6:19 PM which arrives into Appleton Thorn at 9:24 PM. All services require a transfer at Altrincham Interchange and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wilmslow to Appleton Thorn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Wilmslow to Appleton Thorn. However, there are services departing from Wilmslow station and arriving at Appleton Thorn station via Altrincham Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Wilmslow to Appleton Thorn bus services, operated by D&G Bus, depart from Bank Square station.
Wilmslow to Appleton Thorn bus services, operated by D&G Bus, arrive at Gainsborough Road station.
The distance between Wilmslow and Appleton Thorn is 20.9 km. The road distance is 41 km.
You can take a bus from Bank Square to Appleton Hall via Altrincham Interchange, Gainsborough Road, and Loushers Lane in around 2h 26m.