What is the cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £23 - £35.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Macclesfield and Bowness-on-Windermere is 101 miles. The road distance is 97.7 miles.

How do I travel from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train and line 599 bus which takes 3h 53m and costs £25 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus and line 555 bus which takes 6h 42m and costs £20 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £60 and takes 4h 24m.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3196+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train

There are 4 ways to get from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 599 bus
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake District
3. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermere
4. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to St Martins Church599 / ...
3h 53m
£26–76
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to WindermereManchester Airport - Windermere
4h 24m
£19–57
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station555
6h 42m
£21–43
Drive 97.2 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere97.2 mi
1h 43m
£24–35

Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

114Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Macclesfield to Bowness-on-Windermere.

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Distance: 100.2 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Macclesfield to St Martins Church via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermere 4 times a day. Tickets cost £14–35 and the journey takes 1h 51m.

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