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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Cardiff is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent rail station and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham Centre - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Cardiff?

The distance between Macclesfield and Cardiff is 172 miles. The road distance is 166.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Macclesfield to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Cardiff bus from?

Macclesfield to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Cardiff train from?

Macclesfield to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Macclesfield station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Cardiff bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham Centre - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Cardiff is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Macclesfield to Cardiff.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 54m
£78–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham Centre - Jennens Roadbus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Centre - Jennens Road to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk084
6h 26m
£25–44
Drive 165.3 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Cardiffcar 165.3 mi
3h 4m
£41–59
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 20m
£71–188
Line 38 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 38
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 28m
£58–98

Macclesfield to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Cardiff North Road via Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, bus station, Stoke-on-Trent, and Birmingham Centre - Jennens Road in around 6h 26m.

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