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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Macclesfield is to bus and ferry and bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 11h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Macclesfield is to fly and train which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Piccadilly Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

How far is it from Belfast to Macclesfield?

The distance between Belfast and Macclesfield is 202 miles.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Macclesfield without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 11h 24m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Belfast to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Macclesfield bus from?

Belfast to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Belfast to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Belfast to Macclesfield - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus and ferry

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There are 11 ways to get from Belfast to Macclesfield by plane, train, busferry, bus, ferry, car ferry, or car

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Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Manchester Airport, train
best
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BHD - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain
2h 53m
£39–140
Bus and ferry, bus
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1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchananbusferry 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
11h 24m
£36–57
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry 0
3. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain
11h 28m
£86–142
Car ferry, train
1. Take the carferry from Belfast to Liverpoolcarferry
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Stockporttrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
11h 51m
£53–140
Fly Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BFS - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain
3h 23m
£39–115
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BHD - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3h 48m
£56–176
Fly Belfast International Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BFS - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain
4h 23m
£43–156
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane BHD - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Macclesfieldtrain
4h 43m
£67–192
Fly Belfast International Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane BFS - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Macclesfieldtrain
5h 3m
£66–172
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the carferry from Port of Larne to Isle of Man Douglascarferry
2. Take the carferry from Isle of Man Douglas to Liverpoolcarferry
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
13h 27m
£45–66
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Larne to Cairnryancarferry
2. Drive from Cairnryan to Macclesfieldcar
6h 40m
£86–318

Belfast to Macclesfield by train, foot, tram, and ferry

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11h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.4 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Macclesfield, England?

There is no direct connection from Belfast to Macclesfield. However, you can take the line 600 bus to George Best Belfast City Airport, walk to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) airport, fly to Manchester Airport (MAN), walk to Manchester Airport, take the train to Manchester Piccadilly, then take the train to Macclesfield. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Macclesfield via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Piccadilly Gardens, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 11h 24m.

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