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

The cheapest way to get from Colne to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colne to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Colne and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Colne to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from St Johns Church and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Colne and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Colne to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Colne and arriving at Macclesfield via Rose Grove, Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Colne to Macclesfield?

The distance between Colne and Macclesfield is 55 miles. The road distance is 54.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colne to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Colne to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colne to Macclesfield bus from?

Colne to Macclesfield bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from St Johns Church station.

Where do I catch the Colne to Macclesfield train from?

Colne to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rose Grove station.

Train or bus from Colne to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Colne to Macclesfield is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £21 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Colne to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Colne to Macclesfield bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Colne to Macclesfield train arrive?

Colne to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Colne to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Colne to Macclesfield is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Colne to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Colne to Macclesfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Colne to Macclesfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rose Grove to Manchester Victoriatrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 42m
£17–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Johns Church to Bus Stationbus M5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
3h 3m
£12–21
Drive 54.2 mi
1. Drive from Colne to Macclesfieldcar 54.2 mi
1h 4m
£14–20

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Distance: 54.2 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Colne, Lancashire, England and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Colne to Macclesfield via Rose Grove, Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Johns Church to Macclesfield via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 3m.

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