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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Macclesfield via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Burnley to Macclesfield?

The distance between Burnley and Macclesfield is 46 miles. The road distance is 46.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £14 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Burnley to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Macclesfield train from?

Burnley to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Burnley to Macclesfield is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Burnley to Macclesfield train arrive?

Burnley to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Macclesfield is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Burnley to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Burnley to Macclesfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Burnley to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Manchester VictoriaBlackburn - Wigan Wallgate / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to MacclesfieldManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 33m
£15–32
Drive 45.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Macclesfield45.8 mi
1h 2m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Chorlton Street Coach StationX43
1h 57m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burnley to Macclesfield45.8 mi
1h 2m
£95–120
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2h 3m

Burnley to Macclesfield by train and tram

44Weekly Services

1h 33mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45.8 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Macclesfield via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 33m. Alternatively, The Burnley Bus Company operates a bus from Mechanics Institute to Chorlton Street Coach Station hourly, and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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