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

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Macclesfield is to bus and train via Crewe which costs £30 - £65 and takes 8h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £35 - £60.

How far is it from Cardigan to Macclesfield?

The distance between Cardigan and Macclesfield is 198 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardigan to Macclesfield without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 13m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Cardigan to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Macclesfield is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Cardigan to Macclesfield.

Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1272+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

Cardigan to Macclesfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 38 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Stockporttrain
7h 13m
£60–111
Bus, train via Crewe
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Bus Stationbus 409
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
8h 46m
£31–63
Bus, train, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
4. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Railway Stationbus 38
8h 14m
Drive 160.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardigan to Macclesfieldcar 160.1 mi
3h 45m
£40–57
Bus, train via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Finch Square A to Carmarthen stationbus 460
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain
4. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Macclesfieldtrain
8h 9m
£125–212

Cardigan to Macclesfield by bus and train

84Weekly Services

7h 13mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardigan to Macclesfield.

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Distance: 196.4 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

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

There is no direct connection from Cardigan to Macclesfield. However, you can take the bus to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, walk to Aberystwyth, take the train to Shrewsbury, take the train to Stockport, then take the train to Macclesfield. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ship Inn to Railway Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Aberystwyth, Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Crewe Arms Hotel in around 8h 14m.

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