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 - £16 and takes 1h 3m.

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 3m and costs £11 - £16.

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 30m.

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 30m and costs £14 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m 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 30m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h.

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 3m 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, taxi, and tram

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Manchester Victoriatrain Blackburn - Wigan Wallgate / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 30m
£15–35
Drive 45.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Macclesfieldcar 45.8 mi
1h 3m
£12–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2h
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burnley to Macclesfieldtaxi 45.8 mi
1h 3m
£95–120
Bus, tram, line 130 bus
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the tram from Shudehill to Wythenshawe Town Centretram
3. Take the bus from Wythenshawe Interchange to Bridge Streetbus 130
4h 6m

Burnley to Macclesfield by train and tram

49Weekly Services

1h 30mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45.8 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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 30m. Alternatively, The Burnley Bus Company operates a bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill Interchange every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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