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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent rail station and arriving at Finch Square C via bus station, Bus Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Fishguard & Goodwick via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Cardigan?

The distance between Macclesfield and Cardigan is 210 miles. The road distance is 161.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 57m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Cardigan bus from?

Macclesfield to Cardigan bus services, operated by D&G Bus, depart from bus station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Cardigan train from?

Macclesfield to Cardigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Stockport station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan is to train which takes 8h 48m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Cardigan bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Cardigan bus services, operated by D&G Bus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Cardigan train arrive?

Macclesfield to Cardigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Fishguard & Goodwick station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Cardigan is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Macclesfield to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 875+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Macclesfield to Cardigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 38 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Wolverhamptontrain
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
6h 57m
£58–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from bus station to Bus Stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
9h 14m
£31–62
Line 38 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 38
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
7h 51m
£47–74
Drive 160.5 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Cardigancar 160.5 mi
3h 43m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Stockport to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Manchester Piccadilly - Fishguard Harbour
8h 48m
£101–172

Macclesfield to Cardigan by train and bus

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6h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 208.4 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Stockport to Fishguard & Goodwick twice daily. Tickets cost £95–160 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Finch Square C via Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, bus station, Bus Station, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 9h 14m.

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