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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £21 - £60 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Macclesfield is to fly and train which takes 3h 11m and costs £80 - £330.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Macclesfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Macclesfield. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Exeter to Macclesfield?

The distance between Exeter and Macclesfield is 230 miles. The road distance is 218.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Macclesfield without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 56m and costs £70 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Exeter to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Macclesfield train from?

Exeter to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Exeter to Macclesfield is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 56m and costs £70 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £60 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Exeter to Macclesfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Macclesfield is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Exeter to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Exeter to Macclesfield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Exeter to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to MacclesfieldBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 56m
£74–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
6h 26m
£21–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Station106 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to MacclesfieldBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 20m
£42–95
Drive 217.3 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Macclesfield217.3 mi
3h 45m
£55–79
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfield
3h 11m
£83–325
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to MacclesfieldPaignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 13m
£90–180

Exeter to Macclesfield by train

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.4 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Macclesfield via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Macclesfield via Bus Station, Newhall St, Bus Station, Stoke-on-Trent station, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 6h 26m.

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