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 £30 - £60 and takes 5h 41m.

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 2m and costs £40 - £60.

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 27m.

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 27m and costs £55 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Cardiff to Macclesfield, including transfers.

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 27m and costs £55 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 41m.

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 2m to drive from Cardiff to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1282+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

Cardiff to Macclesfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to MacclesfieldBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 27m
£56–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk076 / ...
5h 41m
£31–58
Drive 165.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Macclesfield165.8 mi
3h 2m
£42–60
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BRS - MAN
6h
£81–203
Train, line 38 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Railway Station38
4h 14m

Cardiff to Macclesfield by train

106Weekly Trains

3h 27mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Macclesfield via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, Bus Station, Stoke-on-Trent station, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 5h 41m.

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