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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent rail station via Birmingham - Jennens Road and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Macclesfield via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Macclesfield?

The distance between Cardiff and Macclesfield is 172 miles. The road distance is 166.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £85 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Cardiff to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Macclesfield bus from?

Cardiff to Macclesfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Macclesfield train from?

Cardiff to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Macclesfield is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Cardiff to Macclesfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Macclesfield train arrive?

Cardiff to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Macclesfield is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Cardiff to Macclesfield.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfieldtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 29m
£88–130
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk076 / ...
5h 40m
£25–44
Drive 165.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Macclesfieldcar 165.8 mi
3h 4m
£41–59
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
6h 10m
£71–185
Train, line 38 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Railway Stationbus 38
4h 12m
£58–94

Cardiff to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Macclesfield via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Macclesfield via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Stoke-on-Trent, bus station, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 5h 40m.

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