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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Macclesfield is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £85 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent rail station via London Heathrow Airport and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Macclesfield via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Brighton to Macclesfield?

The distance between Brighton and Macclesfield is 220 miles. The road distance is 231.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Brighton to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Macclesfield bus from?

Brighton to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Macclesfield train from?

Brighton to Macclesfield train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Brighton to Macclesfield is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 7h 16m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £210 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Brighton to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Brighton to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Macclesfield train arrive?

Brighton to Macclesfield train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Macclesfield is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Brighton to Macclesfield.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Brighton to Macclesfield - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Brighton to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Macclesfieldtrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 2m
£88–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980 / ...
7h 16m
£36–75
Drive 229.8 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Macclesfieldcar 229.8 mi
4h 9m
£57–81
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 49m
£104–342
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Macclesfieldtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 7m
£121–203
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 56m
£113–252
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
5h 40m
£67–210
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 35m
£85–247

Brighton to Macclesfield by train and foot

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Distance: 218.9 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Macclesfield via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Macclesfield via London Heathrow Airport, Stoke-on-Trent, bus station, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 7h 16m.

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