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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Macclesfield?

The distance between Blackpool and Macclesfield is 66 miles. The road distance is 69.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £10 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Blackpool to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Macclesfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Macclesfield is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £10 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £27 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Blackpool to Macclesfield train arrive?

Blackpool to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Macclesfield is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Blackpool to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1284+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

Blackpool to Macclesfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 52m
£10–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2h 3m
£7–27
Drive 68.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Macclesfieldcar 68.8 mi
1h 15m
£17–25
Train, line 130 bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Bridge Streetbus 130
4h 7m

Blackpool to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 66 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £8–27 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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