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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Macclesfield is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £290.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Macclesfield via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Colchester to Macclesfield?

The distance between Colchester and Macclesfield is 221 miles. The road distance is 186.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Macclesfield without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £290.

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

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Macclesfield train from?

Colchester to Macclesfield train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Colchester to Macclesfield is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Colchester to Macclesfield train arrive?

Colchester to Macclesfield train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Macclesfield is 186 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Colchester to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Colchester to Macclesfield - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Colchester 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Macclesfieldtrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 29m
£71–287
Drive 185.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Macclesfieldcar 185.3 mi
4h 8m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Bus Stationbus
7h 19m
£49–95
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain
4h 39m
£85–309
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfieldtrain
6h 29m
£46–173
Train
1. Take the train from Thetford to Stockporttrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
8h 24m
£71–121
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
5h 56m
£64–183
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
6h 3m
£210–542
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
7h 15m
£70–172
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 15m
£101–303

Colchester to Macclesfield by bus, foot, and train

78Weekly Services

8h 24mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Macclesfield.

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Distance: 219.5 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Macclesfield via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Macclesfield via Coach Station, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Bus Station, Stoke-on-Trent station, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 7h 19m.

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